Darwen Population 2026
Darwen has a population of 32,566, making it the #381 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 275× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,566
Rank in United Kingdom
#381
Coordinates
53.70°N, 2.46°W
~172 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
290 km
180 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 Darwen
- Blackburn146,521 people · ~6 km away
- Ramsbottom17,067 people · ~11 km away
- Horwich18,696 people · ~12 km away
- Rossendale67,400 people · ~12 km away
- Bolton141,331 people · ~13 km away
- Bury61,044 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Darwen?
Darwen has a population of 32,566 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #381 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Darwen in?
Darwen is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Darwen the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 290 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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