Cambridge Population 2026
Cambridge has a population of 145,674, making it the #66 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
145,674
Rank in United Kingdom
#66
Coordinates
52.20°N, 0.12°E
~12 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
79 km
49 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 Cambridge
- Huntingdon23,937 people · ~25 km away
- Haverhill27,041 people · ~26 km away
- Saint Neots30,811 people · ~26 km away
- Biggleswade16,551 people · ~29 km away
- March21,051 people · ~39 km away
- Stevenage91,774 people · ~40 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cambridge?
Cambridge has a population of 145,674 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #66 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Cambridge in?
Cambridge is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Cambridge the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 79 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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