Liverpool Population 2026
Liverpool has a population of 496,770, making it the #8 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.7% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 18× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
496,770
Rank in United Kingdom
#8
Coordinates
53.41°N, 2.98°W
~30 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
286 km
178 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 |
| Bristol | 479,024 | #9 |
| Leicester | 368,600 | #11 |
| Bradford | 366,187 | #12 |
Cities near Liverpool
- Birkenhead325,264 people · ~3 km away
- Old Swan15,596 people · ~5 km away
- Wallasey58,794 people · ~6 km away
- Fazakerley16,374 people · ~7 km away
- Litherland22,971 people · ~7 km away
- Bootle57,791 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Liverpool?
Liverpool has a population of 496,770 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #8 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Liverpool in?
Liverpool is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Liverpool the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 286 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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