Melksham Population 2026
Melksham has a population of 19,357, making it the #641 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 463× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,357
Rank in United Kingdom
#641
Coordinates
51.37°N, 2.14°W
~41 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
140 km
87 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 Melksham
- Trowbridge40,952 people · ~8 km away
- Chippenham35,800 people · ~10 km away
- Bath101,557 people · ~15 km away
- Warminster17,490 people · ~19 km away
- Frome26,203 people · ~20 km away
- Keynsham19,603 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Melksham?
Melksham has a population of 19,357 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #641 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Melksham in?
Melksham is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Melksham the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 140 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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