Cleethorpes Population 2026
Cleethorpes has a population of 38,996, making it the #313 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 230× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,996
Rank in United Kingdom
#313
Coordinates
53.56°N, 0.03°W
~13 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
228 km
142 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 Cleethorpes
- Grimsby86,138 people · ~3 km away
- Kingston upon Hull314,018 people · ~29 km away
- Brough19,904 people · ~40 km away
- Beverley30,587 people · ~41 km away
- Scunthorpe81,576 people · ~41 km away
- Lincoln103,813 people · ~50 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cleethorpes?
Cleethorpes has a population of 38,996 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #313 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Cleethorpes in?
Cleethorpes is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Cleethorpes the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 228 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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