Taunton Population 2026
Taunton has a population of 64,621, making it the #171 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 139× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
64,621
Rank in United Kingdom
#171
Coordinates
51.01°N, 3.10°W
~22 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
214 km
133 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 Taunton
- Bridgwater41,276 people · ~14 km away
- Burnham-on-Sea23,325 people · ~26 km away
- Yeovil50,176 people · ~34 km away
- Weston-super-Mare82,903 people · ~38 km away
- Exeter130,709 people · ~44 km away
- Barry54,673 people · ~45 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Taunton?
Taunton has a population of 64,621 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #171 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Taunton in?
Taunton is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Taunton the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 214 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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