Oldham Population 2026
Oldham has a population of 237,110, making it the #33 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.3% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 38× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
237,110
Rank in United Kingdom
#33
Coordinates
53.54°N, 2.12°W
~204 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
263 km
163 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 Oldham
- Chadderton37,602 people · ~2 km away
- Royton22,848 people · ~3 km away
- Failsworth20,555 people · ~5 km away
- Middleton45,589 people · ~6 km away
- Ashton-under-Lyne43,675 people · ~6 km away
- Droylsden23,689 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Oldham?
Oldham has a population of 237,110 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #33 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Oldham in?
Oldham is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Oldham the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 263 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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