Burnley Population 2026
Burnley has a population of 149,422, making it the #61 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 60× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
149,422
Rank in United Kingdom
#61
Coordinates
53.80°N, 2.23°W
~140 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
292 km
181 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 Burnley
- Rossendale67,400 people · ~13 km away
- Blackburn146,521 people · ~17 km away
- Ramsbottom17,067 people · ~18 km away
- Darwen32,566 people · ~19 km away
- Rochdale97,550 people · ~21 km away
- Bury61,044 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Burnley?
Burnley has a population of 149,422 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #61 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Burnley in?
Burnley is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Burnley the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 292 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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