Denton Population 2026
Denton has a population of 27,464, making it the #452 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 326× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
27,464
Rank in United Kingdom
#452
Coordinates
53.46°N, 2.12°W
~101 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
255 km
158 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 Denton
- Hyde35,895 people · ~3 km away
- Droylsden23,689 people · ~3 km away
- Ashton-under-Lyne43,675 people · ~4 km away
- Bredbury17,040 people · ~4 km away
- Stalybridge26,830 people · ~5 km away
- Stockport139,052 people · ~6 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Denton?
Denton has a population of 27,464 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #452 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Denton in?
Denton is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Denton the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 255 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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