Chatham Population 2026
Chatham has a population of 80,596, making it the #134 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 111× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,596
Rank in United Kingdom
#134
Coordinates
51.38°N, 0.53°E
~21 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
48 km
30 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 Chatham
- Rochester28,671 people · ~2 km away
- Gillingham101,187 people · ~2 km away
- Maidstone107,627 people · ~13 km away
- Stanford-le-Hope29,525 people · ~17 km away
- Grays89,755 people · ~18 km away
- Basildon144,859 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chatham?
Chatham has a population of 80,596 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #134 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Chatham in?
Chatham is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Chatham the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 48 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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