Selby Population 2026
Selby has a population of 24,859, making it the #500 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 361× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,859
Rank in United Kingdom
#500
Coordinates
53.78°N, 1.07°W
~9 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
261 km
162 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 Selby
- Goole20,810 people · ~15 km away
- Pontefract44,710 people · ~19 km away
- York156,135 people · ~19 km away
- Thorne17,295 people · ~20 km away
- Castleford45,106 people · ~20 km away
- Adwick le Street19,481 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Selby?
Selby has a population of 24,859 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #500 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Selby in?
Selby is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Selby the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 261 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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