Bristol Population 2026
Bristol has a population of 479,024, making it the #9 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.7% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 19× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
479,024
Rank in United Kingdom
#9
Coordinates
51.46°N, 2.60°W
~21 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
171 km
106 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 |
| Leicester | 368,600 | #11 |
| Bradford | 366,187 | #12 |
Cities near Bristol
- Kingswood40,734 people · ~6 km away
- Mangotsfield36,427 people · ~7 km away
- Keynsham19,603 people · ~8 km away
- Nailsea20,543 people · ~11 km away
- Portishead26,355 people · ~12 km away
- Yate23,703 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bristol?
Bristol has a population of 479,024 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #9 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bristol in?
Bristol is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Bristol the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 171 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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