Christchurch Population 2026
Christchurch has a population of 31,372, making it the #394 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 286× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,372
Rank in United Kingdom
#394
Coordinates
50.74°N, 1.78°W
~4 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
144 km
89 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 Christchurch
- Bournemouth163,600 people · ~7 km away
- Ferndown17,650 people · ~12 km away
- Poole151,500 people · ~15 km away
- Wimborne Minster15,552 people · ~15 km away
- Southampton269,781 people · ~32 km away
- Cowes21,226 people · ~34 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Christchurch?
Christchurch has a population of 31,372 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #394 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Christchurch in?
Christchurch is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Christchurch the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 144 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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