Sale Population 2026
Sale has a population of 62,550, making it the #181 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 143× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
62,550
Rank in United Kingdom
#181
Coordinates
53.43°N, 2.32°W
~30 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
260 km
161 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 Sale
FAQ
What is the population of Sale?
Sale has a population of 62,550 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #181 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Sale in?
Sale is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Sale the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 260 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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