Rochdale Population 2026
Rochdale has a population of 97,550, making it the #105 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 92× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
97,550
Rank in United Kingdom
#105
Coordinates
53.62°N, 2.16°W
~127 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
272 km
169 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 Rochdale
- Royton22,848 people · ~6 km away
- Middleton45,589 people · ~8 km away
- Chadderton37,602 people · ~8 km away
- Oldham237,110 people · ~9 km away
- Bury61,044 people · ~10 km away
- Rossendale67,400 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rochdale?
Rochdale has a population of 97,550 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #105 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Rochdale in?
Rochdale is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Rochdale the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 272 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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