Rushden Population 2026
Rushden has a population of 37,584, making it the #327 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 238× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,584
Rank in United Kingdom
#327
Coordinates
52.29°N, 0.60°W
~61 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
93 km
58 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 Rushden
- Wellingborough56,564 people · ~6 km away
- Kettering56,676 people · ~15 km away
- Bedford106,940 people · ~20 km away
- Northampton245,899 people · ~20 km away
- Kempston19,873 people · ~20 km away
- Kempston Hardwick20,000 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Rushden?
Rushden has a population of 37,584 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #327 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Rushden in?
Rushden is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Rushden the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 93 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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