Corby Population 2026
Corby has a population of 68,164, making it the #159 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 131× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
68,164
Rank in United Kingdom
#159
Coordinates
52.50°N, 0.69°W
~114 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
116 km
72 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 Corby
- Kettering56,676 people · ~11 km away
- Wellingborough56,564 people · ~22 km away
- Rushden37,584 people · ~24 km away
- Wigston Magna37,260 people · ~29 km away
- Northampton245,899 people · ~30 km away
- Peterborough163,379 people · ~31 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Corby?
Corby has a population of 68,164 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #159 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Corby in?
Corby is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Corby the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 116 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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