Loughborough Population 2026
Loughborough has a population of 64,884, making it the #170 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 138× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
64,884
Rank in United Kingdom
#170
Coordinates
52.77°N, 1.20°W
~49 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
158 km
98 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 Loughborough
- Coalville37,661 people · ~12 km away
- Leicester368,600 people · ~15 km away
- Humberstone18,854 people · ~15 km away
- Long Eaton47,898 people · ~15 km away
- West Bridgford36,487 people · ~19 km away
- Nottingham323,632 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Loughborough?
Loughborough has a population of 64,884 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #170 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Loughborough in?
Loughborough is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Loughborough the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 158 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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