Nailsea Population 2026
Nailsea has a population of 20,543, making it the #598 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 436× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,543
Rank in United Kingdom
#598
Coordinates
51.43°N, 2.76°W
~31 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
183 km
114 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 Nailsea
- Portishead26,355 people · ~6 km away
- Clevedon21,002 people · ~7 km away
- Bristol479,024 people · ~11 km away
- Kingswood40,734 people · ~17 km away
- Weston-super-Mare82,903 people · ~18 km away
- Keynsham19,603 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Nailsea?
Nailsea has a population of 20,543 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #598 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Nailsea in?
Nailsea is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Nailsea the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 183 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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