Castleford Population 2026
Castleford has a population of 45,106, making it the #268 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 199× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,106
Rank in United Kingdom
#268
Coordinates
53.73°N, 1.36°W
~15 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
260 km
161 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 Castleford
- Pontefract44,710 people · ~5 km away
- Lofthouse23,458 people · ~9 km away
- Wakefield109,766 people · ~10 km away
- Leeds536,280 people · ~14 km away
- Ossett21,861 people · ~15 km away
- South Elmsall18,835 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Castleford?
Castleford has a population of 45,106 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #268 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Castleford in?
Castleford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Castleford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 260 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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