Solihull Population 2026
Solihull has a population of 126,577, making it the #80 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
126,577
Rank in United Kingdom
#80
Coordinates
52.41°N, 1.78°W
~132 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
152 km
94 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 Solihull
- Birmingham1,157,603 people · ~11 km away
- Bartley Green22,670 people · ~15 km away
- Smethwick53,653 people · ~15 km away
- Redditch87,847 people · ~16 km away
- Sutton Coldfield109,899 people · ~17 km away
- Coventry345,324 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Solihull?
Solihull has a population of 126,577 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #80 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Solihull in?
Solihull is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Solihull the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 152 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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