Thetford Population 2026
Thetford has a population of 24,833, making it the #501 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 361× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
24,833
Rank in United Kingdom
#501
Coordinates
52.42°N, 0.75°E
~24 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
117 km
73 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 Thetford
- Bury St Edmunds41,280 people · ~19 km away
- Bowthorpe20,000 people · ~40 km away
- Haverhill27,041 people · ~43 km away
- Norwich143,135 people · ~44 km away
- King's Lynn46,093 people · ~44 km away
- March21,051 people · ~47 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Thetford?
Thetford has a population of 24,833 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #501 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Thetford in?
Thetford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Thetford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 117 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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