Cirencester Population 2026
Cirencester has a population of 20,229, making it the #610 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 443× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,229
Rank in United Kingdom
#610
Coordinates
51.72°N, 1.97°W
~112 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
130 km
81 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 Cirencester
- Stroud60,155 people · ~16 km away
- Cheltenham118,836 people · ~21 km away
- Swindon201,669 people · ~22 km away
- Gloucester132,416 people · ~25 km away
- Chippenham35,800 people · ~31 km away
- Tewkesbury20,360 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cirencester?
Cirencester has a population of 20,229 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #610 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Cirencester in?
Cirencester is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Cirencester the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 130 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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