Cheltenham Population 2026
Cheltenham has a population of 118,836, making it the #85 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 75× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
118,836
Rank in United Kingdom
#85
Coordinates
51.90°N, 2.08°W
~60 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
142 km
88 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 Cheltenham
- Tewkesbury20,360 people · ~12 km away
- Gloucester132,416 people · ~12 km away
- Stroud60,155 people · ~19 km away
- Cirencester20,229 people · ~21 km away
- Great Malvern36,770 people · ~29 km away
- Worcester101,659 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cheltenham?
Cheltenham has a population of 118,836 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #85 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Cheltenham in?
Cheltenham is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Cheltenham the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 142 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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