Maidstone Population 2026
Maidstone has a population of 107,627, making it the #96 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 83× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
107,627
Rank in United Kingdom
#96
Coordinates
51.27°N, 0.52°E
~9 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
52 km
32 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 Maidstone
- Chatham80,596 people · ~13 km away
- Rochester28,671 people · ~13 km away
- Gillingham101,187 people · ~14 km away
- Royal Tunbridge Wells68,910 people · ~23 km away
- Grays89,755 people · ~27 km away
- Stanford-le-Hope29,525 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Maidstone?
Maidstone has a population of 107,627 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #96 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Maidstone in?
Maidstone is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Maidstone the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 52 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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