Stoke-on-Trent Population 2026
Stoke-on-Trent has a population of 258,366, making it the #29 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.4% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 35× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
258,366
Rank in United Kingdom
#29
Coordinates
53.00°N, 2.19°W
~114 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
217 km
135 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 Stoke-on-Trent
FAQ
What is the population of Stoke-on-Trent?
Stoke-on-Trent has a population of 258,366 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #29 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Stoke-on-Trent in?
Stoke-on-Trent is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Stoke-on-Trent the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 217 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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