Oswestry Population 2026
Oswestry has a population of 18,743, making it the #658 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 478× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,743
Rank in United Kingdom
#658
Coordinates
52.86°N, 3.05°W
~136 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
250 km
155 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 Oswestry
- Rhosllannerchrugog25,362 people · ~16 km away
- Wrexham65,692 people · ~21 km away
- Brymbo18,111 people · ~23 km away
- Shrewsbury76,782 people · ~26 km away
- Buckley63,576 people · ~34 km away
- Hawarden25,513 people · ~36 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Oswestry?
Oswestry has a population of 18,743 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #658 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Oswestry in?
Oswestry is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Oswestry the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 250 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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