Skegness Population 2026
Skegness has a population of 24,876, making it the #498 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 360× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,876
Rank in United Kingdom
#498
Coordinates
53.14°N, 0.34°E
~6 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
185 km
115 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 Skegness
- Boston45,339 people · ~31 km away
- King's Lynn46,093 people · ~44 km away
- Spalding30,556 people · ~51 km away
- Cleethorpes38,996 people · ~52 km away
- Grimsby86,138 people · ~54 km away
- Wisbech32,489 people · ~54 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Skegness?
Skegness has a population of 24,876 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #498 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Skegness in?
Skegness is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Skegness the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 185 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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