Grantham Population 2026
Grantham has a population of 44,580, making it the #273 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 201× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,580
Rank in United Kingdom
#273
Coordinates
52.91°N, 0.64°W
~64 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
160 km
99 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 Grantham
- Newark on Trent43,363 people · ~21 km away
- Melton Mowbray27,737 people · ~23 km away
- West Bridgford36,487 people · ~32 km away
- Arnold37,873 people · ~34 km away
- Nottingham323,632 people · ~34 km away
- Spalding30,556 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Grantham?
Grantham has a population of 44,580 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #273 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Grantham in?
Grantham is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Grantham the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 160 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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