Shrewsbury Population 2026
Shrewsbury has a population of 76,782, making it the #142 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 117× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
76,782
Rank in United Kingdom
#142
Coordinates
52.71°N, 2.75°W
~75 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
224 km
139 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 Shrewsbury
- Wellington22,816 people · ~16 km away
- Telford155,570 people · ~21 km away
- Oswestry18,743 people · ~26 km away
- Ryton16,093 people · ~29 km away
- Loughton33,346 people · ~33 km away
- Rhosllannerchrugog25,362 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Shrewsbury?
Shrewsbury has a population of 76,782 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #142 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Shrewsbury in?
Shrewsbury is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Shrewsbury the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 224 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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