Leigh Population 2026
Leigh has a population of 43,626, making it the #281 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 205× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,626
Rank in United Kingdom
#281
Coordinates
53.50°N, 2.52°W
~32 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
274 km
170 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 Leigh
- Tyldesley35,932 people · ~4 km away
- Golborne24,021 people · ~6 km away
- Westhoughton26,260 people · ~6 km away
- Hindley25,001 people · ~6 km away
- Newton-le-Willows24,642 people · ~7 km away
- Walkden35,616 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Leigh?
Leigh has a population of 43,626 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #281 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Leigh in?
Leigh is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Leigh the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 274 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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