Gloucester Population 2026
Gloucester has a population of 132,416, making it the #74 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 68× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
132,416
Rank in United Kingdom
#74
Coordinates
51.87°N, 2.24°W
~24 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
151 km
94 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 Gloucester
- Cheltenham118,836 people · ~12 km away
- Stroud60,155 people · ~13 km away
- Tewkesbury20,360 people · ~15 km away
- Cirencester20,229 people · ~25 km away
- Great Malvern36,770 people · ~28 km away
- Worcester101,659 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Gloucester?
Gloucester has a population of 132,416 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #74 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Gloucester in?
Gloucester is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Gloucester the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 151 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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