Mansfield Population 2026
Mansfield has a population of 171,958, making it the #49 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
171,958
Rank in United Kingdom
#49
Coordinates
53.13°N, 1.20°W
~122 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
195 km
121 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 Mansfield
- Arnold37,873 people · ~15 km away
- Basford16,000 people · ~19 km away
- Worksop44,733 people · ~19 km away
- Chesterfield113,057 people · ~19 km away
- Ilkeston40,953 people · ~20 km away
- Nottingham323,632 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Mansfield?
Mansfield has a population of 171,958 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #49 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Mansfield in?
Mansfield is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Mansfield the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 195 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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