Bridgwater Population 2026
Bridgwater has a population of 41,276, making it the #299 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 217× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,276
Rank in United Kingdom
#299
Coordinates
51.13°N, 3.00°W
~15 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
204 km
127 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 Bridgwater
- Burnham-on-Sea23,325 people · ~12 km away
- Taunton64,621 people · ~14 km away
- Weston-super-Mare82,903 people · ~24 km away
- Yeovil50,176 people · ~33 km away
- Barry54,673 people · ~36 km away
- Clevedon21,002 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bridgwater?
Bridgwater has a population of 41,276 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #299 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bridgwater in?
Bridgwater is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Bridgwater the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 204 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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