St Albans Population 2026
St Albans has a population of 84,561, making it the #125 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 106× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
84,561
Rank in United Kingdom
#125
Coordinates
51.75°N, 0.33°W
~98 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
30 km
19 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 St Albans
- Hemel Hempstead95,961 people · ~8 km away
- Welwyn Garden City51,505 people · ~10 km away
- Watford125,707 people · ~11 km away
- Luton225,262 people · ~16 km away
- Stevenage91,774 people · ~19 km away
- Chesham20,649 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of St Albans?
St Albans has a population of 84,561 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #125 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is St Albans in?
St Albans is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is St Albans the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 30 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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