Dewsbury Population 2026
Dewsbury has a population of 61,035, making it the #188 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 147× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,035
Rank in United Kingdom
#188
Coordinates
53.69°N, 1.63°W
~44 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
263 km
163 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 Dewsbury
- Batley39,013 people · ~1 km away
- Ossett21,861 people · ~3 km away
- Liversedge19,420 people · ~5 km away
- Morley57,385 people · ~6 km away
- Cleckheaton27,393 people · ~7 km away
- Wakefield109,766 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dewsbury?
Dewsbury has a population of 61,035 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #188 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Dewsbury in?
Dewsbury is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Dewsbury the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 263 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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