Braintree Population 2026
Braintree has a population of 53,477, making it the #221 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 168× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
53,477
Rank in United Kingdom
#221
Coordinates
51.88°N, 0.55°E
~68 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
62 km
39 miles, straight line
Other big cities in England
| City | Population | Rank in United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| London | 8,961,989 | #1 |
| Birmingham | 1,157,603 | #2 |
| Manchester | 568,996 | #4 |
| Sheffield | 556,500 | #5 |
| Leeds | 536,280 | #6 |
| Liverpool | 496,770 | #8 |
| Bristol | 479,024 | #9 |
| Leicester | 368,600 | #11 |
Cities near Braintree
- Chelmsford111,511 people · ~17 km away
- Haverhill27,041 people · ~24 km away
- Colchester130,245 people · ~24 km away
- Harlow93,300 people · ~32 km away
- Basildon144,859 people · ~35 km away
- Southend-on-Sea295,310 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Braintree?
Braintree has a population of 53,477 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #221 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Braintree in?
Braintree is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Braintree the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 62 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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