Stroud Population 2026
Stroud has a population of 60,155, making it the #194 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 149× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,155
Rank in United Kingdom
#194
Coordinates
51.75°N, 2.20°W
~83 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
146 km
91 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 Stroud
- Gloucester132,416 people · ~13 km away
- Cirencester20,229 people · ~16 km away
- Cheltenham118,836 people · ~19 km away
- Tewkesbury20,360 people · ~27 km away
- Yate23,703 people · ~28 km away
- Chippenham35,800 people · ~33 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Stroud?
Stroud has a population of 60,155 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #194 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Stroud in?
Stroud is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Stroud the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 146 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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