Grimsby Population 2026
Grimsby has a population of 86,138, making it the #123 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 104× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
86,138
Rank in United Kingdom
#123
Coordinates
53.57°N, 0.08°W
~4 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
229 km
142 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 Grimsby
- Cleethorpes38,996 people · ~3 km away
- Kingston upon Hull314,018 people · ~26 km away
- Brough19,904 people · ~37 km away
- Scunthorpe81,576 people · ~38 km away
- Beverley30,587 people · ~39 km away
- Lincoln103,813 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Grimsby?
Grimsby has a population of 86,138 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #123 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Grimsby in?
Grimsby is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Grimsby the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 229 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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