Rotherham Population 2026
Rotherham has a population of 117,618, making it the #86 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
117,618
Rank in United Kingdom
#86
Coordinates
53.43°N, 1.36°W
~41 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
229 km
142 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 Rotherham
- Rawmarsh18,498 people · ~3 km away
- Burngreave27,481 people · ~8 km away
- Wath upon Dearne16,964 people · ~8 km away
- Chapeltown23,056 people · ~9 km away
- Sheffield556,500 people · ~9 km away
- Hoyland Nether15,842 people · ~10 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rotherham?
Rotherham has a population of 117,618 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #86 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Rotherham in?
Rotherham is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Rotherham the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 229 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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