Ipswich Population 2026
Ipswich has a population of 178,835, making it the #44 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.3% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 50× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
178,835
Rank in United Kingdom
#44
Coordinates
52.06°N, 1.16°E
~18 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
107 km
66 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 Ipswich
- Felixstowe24,521 people · ~17 km away
- Colchester130,245 people · ~26 km away
- Bury St Edmunds41,280 people · ~37 km away
- Braintree53,477 people · ~46 km away
- Thetford24,833 people · ~48 km away
- Haverhill27,041 people · ~49 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ipswich?
Ipswich has a population of 178,835 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #44 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Ipswich in?
Ipswich is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Ipswich the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 107 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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