Kempston Population 2026
Kempston has a population of 19,873, making it the #626 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 451× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,873
Rank in United Kingdom
#626
Coordinates
52.12°N, 0.50°W
~32 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
72 km
45 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 Kempston
- Kempston Hardwick20,000 people · ~3 km away
- Bedford106,940 people · ~3 km away
- Ampthill20,026 people · ~10 km away
- Newport Pagnell15,067 people · ~15 km away
- Biggleswade16,551 people · ~16 km away
- Milton Keynes256,385 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kempston?
Kempston has a population of 19,873 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #626 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Kempston in?
Kempston is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Kempston the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 72 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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