Poole Population 2026
Poole has a population of 151,500, making it the #60 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 59× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
151,500
Rank in United Kingdom
#60
Coordinates
50.71°N, 1.98°W
~6 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
157 km
97 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 Poole
- Bournemouth163,600 people · ~7 km away
- Wimborne Minster15,552 people · ~8 km away
- Ferndown17,650 people · ~12 km away
- Christchurch31,372 people · ~15 km away
- Dorchester16,879 people · ~32 km away
- Weymouth53,416 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Poole?
Poole has a population of 151,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #60 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Poole in?
Poole is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Poole the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 157 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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