Slough Population 2026
Slough has a population of 164,793, making it the #52 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 54× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
164,793
Rank in United Kingdom
#52
Coordinates
51.51°N, 0.60°W
~33 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
33 km
20 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 Slough
- Windsor31,560 people · ~3 km away
- Maidenhead70,374 people · ~9 km away
- Gerrards Cross20,633 people · ~9 km away
- Staines51,040 people · ~11 km away
- Ascot17,899 people · ~12 km away
- Bracknell76,103 people · ~15 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Slough?
Slough has a population of 164,793 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #52 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Slough in?
Slough is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Slough the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 33 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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