Cowes Population 2026
Cowes has a population of 21,226, making it the #574 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 422× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,226
Rank in United Kingdom
#574
Coordinates
50.76°N, 1.30°W
~-9,999 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 Cowes
- Newport24,884 people · ~7 km away
- Ryde24,096 people · ~10 km away
- Gosport81,952 people · ~12 km away
- Portsmouth208,100 people · ~15 km away
- Sandown20,155 people · ~16 km away
- Southampton269,781 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cowes?
Cowes has a population of 21,226 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #574 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Cowes in?
Cowes is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Cowes 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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