Sheffield Population 2026
Sheffield has a population of 556,500, making it the #5 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.8% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 16× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
556,500
Rank in United Kingdom
#5
Coordinates
53.38°N, 1.47°W
~75 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
227 km
141 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 |
| Leeds | 536,280 | #6 |
| Liverpool | 496,770 | #8 |
| Bristol | 479,024 | #9 |
| Leicester | 368,600 | #11 |
| Bradford | 366,187 | #12 |
Cities near Sheffield
- Burngreave27,481 people · ~1 km away
- Fulwood18,233 people · ~7 km away
- Rotherham117,618 people · ~9 km away
- Chapeltown23,056 people · ~9 km away
- Rawmarsh18,498 people · ~12 km away
- Hoyland Nether15,842 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sheffield?
Sheffield has a population of 556,500 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #5 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Sheffield in?
Sheffield is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Sheffield the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 227 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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