St Helens Population 2026
St Helens has a population of 183,200, making it the #43 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.3% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 49× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
183,200
Rank in United Kingdom
#43
Coordinates
53.45°N, 2.73°W
~31 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
279 km
173 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 Helens
- Haydock17,333 people · ~4 km away
- Prescot40,889 people · ~5 km away
- Ashton in Makerfield26,380 people · ~7 km away
- Huyton54,738 people · ~8 km away
- Newton-le-Willows24,642 people · ~9 km away
- Great Sankey43,793 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of St Helens?
St Helens has a population of 183,200 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #43 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is St Helens in?
St Helens is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is St Helens the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 279 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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