Doncaster Population 2026
Doncaster has a population of 113,566, making it the #88 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 79× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
113,566
Rank in United Kingdom
#88
Coordinates
53.52°N, 1.13°W
~19 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
234 km
145 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 Doncaster
- Bentley34,821 people · ~2 km away
- Adwick le Street19,481 people · ~6 km away
- Conisbrough15,934 people · ~8 km away
- Maltby17,513 people · ~13 km away
- South Elmsall18,835 people · ~13 km away
- Wath upon Dearne16,964 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Doncaster?
Doncaster has a population of 113,566 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #88 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Doncaster in?
Doncaster is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Doncaster the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 234 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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