Rhondda Population 2026
Rhondda has a population of 69,506, making it the #157 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Wales. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 129× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
69,506
Rank in United Kingdom
#157
Coordinates
51.66°N, 3.45°W
~256 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
230 km
143 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wales
Cities near Rhondda
- Tonypandy62,545 people · ~4 km away
- Aberdare31,135 people · ~6 km away
- Pontypridd31,206 people · ~10 km away
- Merthyr Tydfil43,820 people · ~11 km away
- Gelligaer17,376 people · ~13 km away
- Maesteg21,001 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rhondda?
Rhondda has a population of 69,506 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #157 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Rhondda in?
Rhondda is located in Wales, United Kingdom.
Is Rhondda the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 230 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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