Leicester Population 2026
Leicester has a population of 368,600, making it the #11 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.5% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 24× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
368,600
Rank in United Kingdom
#11
Coordinates
52.64°N, 1.13°W
~65 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
143 km
89 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 |
| Bradford | 366,187 | #12 |
Cities near Leicester
- Humberstone18,854 people · ~3 km away
- Wigston Magna37,260 people · ~7 km away
- Loughborough64,884 people · ~15 km away
- Coalville37,661 people · ~19 km away
- Hinckley50,712 people · ~20 km away
- Melton Mowbray27,737 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Leicester?
Leicester has a population of 368,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #11 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Leicester in?
Leicester is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Leicester the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 143 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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