Droylsden Population 2026
Droylsden has a population of 23,689, making it the #519 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 378× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,689
Rank in United Kingdom
#519
Coordinates
53.48°N, 2.15°W
~100 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
258 km
160 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 Droylsden
- Failsworth20,555 people · ~3 km away
- Denton27,464 people · ~3 km away
- Ashton-under-Lyne43,675 people · ~3 km away
- Hyde35,895 people · ~5 km away
- Stalybridge26,830 people · ~6 km away
- Manchester568,996 people · ~6 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Droylsden?
Droylsden has a population of 23,689 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #519 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Droylsden in?
Droylsden is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Droylsden the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 258 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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