Eastleigh Population 2026
Eastleigh has a population of 54,225, making it the #219 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 165× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,225
Rank in United Kingdom
#219
Coordinates
50.97°N, 1.35°W
~11 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
104 km
65 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 Eastleigh
- Southampton269,781 people · ~8 km away
- Cowes21,226 people · ~23 km away
- Waterlooville64,350 people · ~24 km away
- Gosport81,952 people · ~25 km away
- Portsmouth208,100 people · ~26 km away
- Ryde24,096 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Eastleigh?
Eastleigh has a population of 54,225 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #219 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Eastleigh in?
Eastleigh is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Eastleigh the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 104 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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