Salisbury Population 2026
Salisbury has a population of 44,748, making it the #270 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 200× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
44,748
Rank in United Kingdom
#270
Coordinates
51.07°N, 1.80°W
~50 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
126 km
78 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 Salisbury
- Ferndown17,650 people · ~30 km away
- Warminster17,490 people · ~31 km away
- Southampton269,781 people · ~33 km away
- Eastleigh54,225 people · ~33 km away
- Wimborne Minster15,552 people · ~34 km away
- Christchurch31,372 people · ~37 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Salisbury?
Salisbury has a population of 44,748 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #270 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Salisbury in?
Salisbury is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Salisbury the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 126 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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