Kirkby Population 2026
Kirkby has a population of 45,564, making it the #265 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 197× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
45,564
Rank in United Kingdom
#265
Coordinates
53.48°N, 2.89°W
~25 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
288 km
179 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 Kirkby
- Fazakerley16,374 people · ~3 km away
- Maghull26,997 people · ~5 km away
- Litherland22,971 people · ~7 km away
- Old Swan15,596 people · ~8 km away
- Prescot40,889 people · ~8 km away
- Bootle57,791 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kirkby?
Kirkby has a population of 45,564 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #265 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Kirkby in?
Kirkby is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Kirkby the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 288 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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