Lincoln Population 2026
Lincoln has a population of 103,813, making it the #99 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 86× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
103,813
Rank in United Kingdom
#99
Coordinates
53.23°N, 0.54°W
~9 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
193 km
120 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 Lincoln
- Newark on Trent43,363 people · ~26 km away
- Grantham44,580 people · ~36 km away
- Worksop44,733 people · ~40 km away
- Scunthorpe81,576 people · ~40 km away
- Boston45,339 people · ~44 km away
- Mansfield171,958 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lincoln?
Lincoln has a population of 103,813 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #99 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Lincoln in?
Lincoln is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Lincoln the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 193 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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