Goole Population 2026
Goole has a population of 20,810, making it the #588 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 431× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,810
Rank in United Kingdom
#588
Coordinates
53.70°N, 0.88°W
~4 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
249 km
155 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 Goole
- Thorne17,295 people · ~12 km away
- Selby24,859 people · ~15 km away
- Scunthorpe81,576 people · ~20 km away
- Brough19,904 people · ~20 km away
- Adwick le Street19,481 people · ~25 km away
- Bentley34,821 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Goole?
Goole has a population of 20,810 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #588 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Goole in?
Goole is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Goole the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 249 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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