Carlisle Population 2026
Carlisle has a population of 78,470, making it the #136 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 114× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
78,470
Rank in United Kingdom
#136
Coordinates
54.90°N, 2.94°W
~29 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
421 km
261 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 Carlisle
- Dumfries46,500 people · ~47 km away
- Workington21,275 people · ~48 km away
- Whitehaven22,945 people · ~57 km away
- Kendal29,147 people · ~64 km away
- Consett29,137 people · ~71 km away
- Newburn41,347 people · ~77 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Carlisle?
Carlisle has a population of 78,470 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #136 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Carlisle in?
Carlisle is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Carlisle the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 421 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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