Stafford Population 2026
Stafford has a population of 70,145, making it the #155 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 128× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
70,145
Rank in United Kingdom
#155
Coordinates
52.81°N, 2.12°W
~77 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
198 km
123 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 Stafford
- Cannock86,121 people · ~14 km away
- Longton27,214 people · ~20 km away
- Bloxwich40,000 people · ~22 km away
- Stoke-on-Trent258,366 people · ~23 km away
- Newcastle under Lyme127,727 people · ~23 km away
- Wednesfield33,555 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Stafford?
Stafford has a population of 70,145 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #155 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Stafford in?
Stafford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Stafford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 198 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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