Crewe Population 2026
Crewe has a population of 76,437, making it the #144 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 117× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,437
Rank in United Kingdom
#144
Coordinates
53.10°N, 2.44°W
~60 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
237 km
147 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 Crewe
- Sandbach17,976 people · ~7 km away
- Winsford30,259 people · ~12 km away
- Congleton26,178 people · ~17 km away
- Newcastle under Lyme127,727 people · ~18 km away
- Northwich47,421 people · ~19 km away
- Stoke-on-Trent258,366 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Crewe?
Crewe has a population of 76,437 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #144 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Crewe in?
Crewe is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Crewe the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 237 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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