Colchester Population 2026
Colchester has a population of 130,245, making it the #76 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 69× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
130,245
Rank in United Kingdom
#76
Coordinates
51.89°N, 0.90°E
~29 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
83 km
52 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 Colchester
- Braintree53,477 people · ~24 km away
- Ipswich178,835 people · ~26 km away
- Felixstowe24,521 people · ~32 km away
- Chelmsford111,511 people · ~34 km away
- Haverhill27,041 people · ~38 km away
- Southend-on-Sea295,310 people · ~41 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Colchester?
Colchester has a population of 130,245 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #76 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Colchester in?
Colchester is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Colchester the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 83 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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