Kettering Population 2026
Kettering has a population of 56,676, making it the #207 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 158× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,676
Rank in United Kingdom
#207
Coordinates
52.40°N, 0.73°W
~95 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 Kettering
- Wellingborough56,564 people · ~11 km away
- Corby68,164 people · ~11 km away
- Rushden37,584 people · ~15 km away
- Northampton245,899 people · ~20 km away
- Wigston Magna37,260 people · ~32 km away
- Daventry28,123 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kettering?
Kettering has a population of 56,676 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #207 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Kettering in?
Kettering is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Kettering 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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