Brighouse Population 2026
Brighouse has a population of 32,872, making it the #379 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 273× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,872
Rank in United Kingdom
#379
Coordinates
53.70°N, 1.78°W
~80 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
268 km
166 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 Brighouse
- Elland15,625 people · ~4 km away
- Halifax82,624 people · ~5 km away
- Cleckheaton27,393 people · ~5 km away
- Liversedge19,420 people · ~6 km away
- Huddersfield149,017 people · ~6 km away
- Batley39,013 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Brighouse?
Brighouse has a population of 32,872 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #379 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Brighouse in?
Brighouse is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Brighouse the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 268 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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