Ilkeston Population 2026
Ilkeston has a population of 40,953, making it the #303 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 219× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
40,953
Rank in United Kingdom
#303
Coordinates
52.97°N, 1.31°W
~103 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
181 km
112 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 Ilkeston
- Long Eaton47,898 people · ~8 km away
- Basford16,000 people · ~8 km away
- Nottingham323,632 people · ~11 km away
- Arnold37,873 people · ~12 km away
- Derby270,468 people · ~12 km away
- West Bridgford36,487 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ilkeston?
Ilkeston has a population of 40,953 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #303 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Ilkeston in?
Ilkeston is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Ilkeston the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 181 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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