Congleton Population 2026
Congleton has a population of 26,178, making it the #469 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 342× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
26,178
Rank in United Kingdom
#469
Coordinates
53.16°N, 2.21°W
~90 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
232 km
144 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 Congleton
- Sandbach17,976 people · ~10 km away
- Macclesfield54,345 people · ~12 km away
- Crewe76,437 people · ~17 km away
- Stoke-on-Trent258,366 people · ~18 km away
- Newcastle under Lyme127,727 people · ~18 km away
- Wilmslow25,725 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Congleton?
Congleton has a population of 26,178 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #469 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Congleton in?
Congleton is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Congleton the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 232 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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