Failsworth Population 2026
Failsworth has a population of 20,555, making it the #597 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 436× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,555
Rank in United Kingdom
#597
Coordinates
53.50°N, 2.17°W
~97 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
261 km
162 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 Failsworth
- Droylsden23,689 people · ~3 km away
- Chadderton37,602 people · ~5 km away
- Ashton-under-Lyne43,675 people · ~5 km away
- Oldham237,110 people · ~5 km away
- Manchester568,996 people · ~5 km away
- Middleton45,589 people · ~6 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Failsworth?
Failsworth has a population of 20,555 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #597 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Failsworth in?
Failsworth is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Failsworth the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 261 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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