Long Eaton Population 2026
Long Eaton has a population of 47,898, making it the #249 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 187× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
47,898
Rank in United Kingdom
#249
Coordinates
52.90°N, 1.27°W
~34 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
173 km
107 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 Long Eaton
- Ilkeston40,953 people · ~8 km away
- Basford16,000 people · ~10 km away
- Nottingham323,632 people · ~10 km away
- West Bridgford36,487 people · ~10 km away
- Derby270,468 people · ~14 km away
- Sinfin15,128 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Long Eaton?
Long Eaton has a population of 47,898 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #249 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Long Eaton in?
Long Eaton is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Long Eaton the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 173 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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