Grays Population 2026
Grays has a population of 89,755, making it the #117 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 100× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
89,755
Rank in United Kingdom
#117
Coordinates
51.48°N, 0.33°E
~13 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
31 km
19 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 Grays
- South Ockendon22,440 people · ~5 km away
- Stanford-le-Hope29,525 people · ~9 km away
- Bexley228,000 people · ~13 km away
- Basildon144,859 people · ~14 km away
- Rochester28,671 people · ~16 km away
- Chatham80,596 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Grays?
Grays has a population of 89,755 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #117 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Grays in?
Grays is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Grays the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 31 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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