Newport Population 2026
Newport has a population of 24,884, making it the #497 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 360× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,884
Rank in United Kingdom
#497
Coordinates
50.70°N, 1.29°W
~6 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
121 km
75 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 Newport
- Cowes21,226 people · ~7 km away
- Ryde24,096 people · ~10 km away
- Sandown20,155 people · ~11 km away
- Gosport81,952 people · ~15 km away
- Portsmouth208,100 people · ~18 km away
- Southampton269,781 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Newport?
Newport has a population of 24,884 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #497 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Newport in?
Newport is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Newport the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 121 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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