Wakefield Population 2026
Wakefield has a population of 109,766, making it the #92 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 82× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
109,766
Rank in United Kingdom
#92
Coordinates
53.68°N, 1.50°W
~50 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
259 km
161 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 Wakefield
FAQ
What is the population of Wakefield?
Wakefield has a population of 109,766 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #92 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Wakefield in?
Wakefield is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Wakefield the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 259 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.
← All biggest cities in United Kingdom · United Kingdom population by year