Pontefract Population 2026
Pontefract has a population of 44,710, making it the #272 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 200× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,710
Rank in United Kingdom
#272
Coordinates
53.69°N, 1.31°W
~69 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
256 km
159 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 Pontefract
- Castleford45,106 people · ~5 km away
- South Elmsall18,835 people · ~11 km away
- Wakefield109,766 people · ~12 km away
- Lofthouse23,458 people · ~13 km away
- Adwick le Street19,481 people · ~16 km away
- Ossett21,861 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Pontefract?
Pontefract has a population of 44,710 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #272 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Pontefract in?
Pontefract is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Pontefract the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 256 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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