Lowestoft Population 2026
Lowestoft has a population of 71,327, making it the #152 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 126× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,327
Rank in United Kingdom
#152
Coordinates
52.48°N, 1.75°E
~7 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
168 km
104 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 Lowestoft
- Great Yarmouth63,434 people · ~15 km away
- Norwich143,135 people · ~35 km away
- Bowthorpe20,000 people · ~40 km away
- Ipswich178,835 people · ~62 km away
- Felixstowe24,521 people · ~63 km away
- Thetford24,833 people · ~68 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lowestoft?
Lowestoft has a population of 71,327 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #152 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Lowestoft in?
Lowestoft is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Lowestoft the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 168 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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