High Wycombe Population 2026
High Wycombe has a population of 133,204, making it the #73 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 67× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
133,204
Rank in United Kingdom
#73
Coordinates
51.63°N, 0.75°W
~76 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
45 km
28 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 High Wycombe
- Amersham21,731 people · ~10 km away
- Maidenhead70,374 people · ~12 km away
- Chesham20,649 people · ~13 km away
- Gerrards Cross20,633 people · ~14 km away
- Slough164,793 people · ~17 km away
- Windsor31,560 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of High Wycombe?
High Wycombe has a population of 133,204 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #73 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is High Wycombe in?
High Wycombe is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is High Wycombe the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 45 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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