Sandbach Population 2026
Sandbach has a population of 17,976, making it the #683 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 499× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,976
Rank in United Kingdom
#683
Coordinates
53.15°N, 2.36°W
~69 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
237 km
147 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 Sandbach
- Crewe76,437 people · ~7 km away
- Congleton26,178 people · ~10 km away
- Winsford30,259 people · ~12 km away
- Northwich47,421 people · ~16 km away
- Newcastle under Lyme127,727 people · ~18 km away
- Stoke-on-Trent258,366 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sandbach?
Sandbach has a population of 17,976 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #683 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Sandbach in?
Sandbach is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Sandbach the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 237 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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