Hove Population 2026
Hove has a population of 75,174, making it the #147 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 119× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,174
Rank in United Kingdom
#147
Coordinates
50.83°N, 0.17°W
~24 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
75 km
47 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 Hove
- Brighton283,870 people · ~2 km away
- Portslade20,000 people · ~4 km away
- Rottingdean21,756 people · ~8 km away
- Worthing113,866 people · ~15 km away
- Seaford22,584 people · ~20 km away
- Littlehampton58,714 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hove?
Hove has a population of 75,174 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #147 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Hove in?
Hove is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Hove the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 75 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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