Dudley Population 2026
Dudley has a population of 199,059, making it the #40 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.3% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 45× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
199,059
Rank in United Kingdom
#40
Coordinates
52.50°N, 2.08°W
~161 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
174 km
108 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 Dudley
- Brierley Hill28,000 people · ~3 km away
- Tipton47,000 people · ~3 km away
- Kingswinford20,000 people · ~6 km away
- Halesowen60,097 people · ~6 km away
- Stourbridge56,950 people · ~6 km away
- West Bromwich103,112 people · ~6 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dudley?
Dudley has a population of 199,059 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #40 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Dudley in?
Dudley is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Dudley the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 174 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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