Thatcham Population 2026
Thatcham has a population of 25,464, making it the #485 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 352× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
25,464
Rank in United Kingdom
#485
Coordinates
51.40°N, 1.26°W
~78 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
79 km
49 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 Thatcham
- Newbury33,065 people · ~4 km away
- Basingstoke107,642 people · ~20 km away
- Reading318,014 people · ~21 km away
- Didcot29,341 people · ~23 km away
- Lower Earley32,000 people · ~24 km away
- Wokingham41,143 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Thatcham?
Thatcham has a population of 25,464 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #485 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Thatcham in?
Thatcham is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Thatcham the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 79 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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