Bury Population 2026
Bury has a population of 61,044, making it the #187 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 147× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,044
Rank in United Kingdom
#187
Coordinates
53.60°N, 2.30°W
~93 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
275 km
171 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 Bury
- Radcliffe29,950 people · ~5 km away
- Ramsbottom17,067 people · ~5 km away
- Whitefield23,545 people · ~6 km away
- Prestwich31,500 people · ~7 km away
- Middleton45,589 people · ~9 km away
- Farnworth25,680 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bury?
Bury has a population of 61,044 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #187 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bury in?
Bury is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Bury the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 275 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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