Loughton Population 2026
Loughton has a population of 33,346, making it the #373 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 269× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
33,346
Rank in United Kingdom
#373
Coordinates
52.43°N, 2.57°W
~231 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
196 km
122 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 Loughton
- Kidderminster57,400 people · ~22 km away
- Ryton16,093 people · ~25 km away
- Kingswinford20,000 people · ~28 km away
- Telford155,570 people · ~28 km away
- Stourbridge56,950 people · ~29 km away
- Wellington22,816 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Loughton?
Loughton has a population of 33,346 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #373 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Loughton in?
Loughton is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Loughton the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 196 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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