Royton Population 2026
Royton has a population of 22,848, making it the #543 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 392× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,848
Rank in United Kingdom
#543
Coordinates
53.57°N, 2.12°W
~160 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
266 km
165 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 Royton
- Chadderton37,602 people · ~3 km away
- Oldham237,110 people · ~3 km away
- Middleton45,589 people · ~5 km away
- Rochdale97,550 people · ~6 km away
- Failsworth20,555 people · ~7 km away
- Saddleworth25,441 people · ~8 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Royton?
Royton has a population of 22,848 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #543 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Royton in?
Royton is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Royton the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 266 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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