Guildford Population 2026
Guildford has a population of 71,873, making it the #150 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 125× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,873
Rank in United Kingdom
#150
Coordinates
51.24°N, 0.57°W
~45 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
43 km
27 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 Guildford
- Woking103,900 people · ~9 km away
- Farnborough60,652 people · ~14 km away
- Sandhurst20,803 people · ~19 km away
- Ascot17,899 people · ~21 km away
- Esher52,392 people · ~21 km away
- Crowthorne25,522 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Guildford?
Guildford has a population of 71,873 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #150 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Guildford in?
Guildford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Guildford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 43 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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