Thorne Population 2026
Thorne has a population of 17,295, making it the #706 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 518× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
17,295
Rank in United Kingdom
#706
Coordinates
53.61°N, 0.96°W
~6 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
241 km
150 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 Thorne
- Goole20,810 people · ~12 km away
- Doncaster113,566 people · ~15 km away
- Bentley34,821 people · ~15 km away
- Adwick le Street19,481 people · ~15 km away
- Selby24,859 people · ~20 km away
- Scunthorpe81,576 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Thorne?
Thorne has a population of 17,295 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #706 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Thorne in?
Thorne is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Thorne the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 241 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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