Northampton Population 2026
Northampton has a population of 245,899, making it the #32 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.4% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 36× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
245,899
Rank in United Kingdom
#32
Coordinates
52.25°N, 0.88°W
~97 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
97 km
60 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 Northampton
- Wellingborough56,564 people · ~14 km away
- Daventry28,123 people · ~19 km away
- Rushden37,584 people · ~20 km away
- Kettering56,676 people · ~20 km away
- Newport Pagnell15,067 people · ~21 km away
- Milton Keynes256,385 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Northampton?
Northampton has a population of 245,899 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #32 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Northampton in?
Northampton is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Northampton the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 97 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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