Thornaby-on-Tees Population 2026
Thornaby-on-Tees has a population of 22,356, making it the #555 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 401× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,356
Rank in United Kingdom
#555
Coordinates
54.53°N, 1.30°W
~20 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
345 km
214 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 Thornaby-on-Tees
- Stockton-on-Tees79,957 people · ~4 km away
- Yarm19,184 people · ~5 km away
- Billingham35,708 people · ~6 km away
- Middlesbrough142,707 people · ~6 km away
- Guisborough16,979 people · ~16 km away
- Darlington92,363 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Thornaby-on-Tees?
Thornaby-on-Tees has a population of 22,356 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #555 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Thornaby-on-Tees in?
Thornaby-on-Tees is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Thornaby-on-Tees the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 345 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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