Halifax Population 2026
Halifax has a population of 82,624, making it the #129 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 108× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
82,624
Rank in United Kingdom
#129
Coordinates
53.72°N, 1.85°W
~150 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
272 km
169 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 Halifax
- Elland15,625 people · ~4 km away
- Brighouse32,872 people · ~5 km away
- Huddersfield149,017 people · ~9 km away
- Cleckheaton27,393 people · ~9 km away
- Liversedge19,420 people · ~10 km away
- Bradford366,187 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Halifax?
Halifax has a population of 82,624 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #129 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Halifax in?
Halifax is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Halifax the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 272 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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