Walsall Population 2026
Walsall has a population of 172,141, making it the #48 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 52× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
172,141
Rank in United Kingdom
#48
Coordinates
52.59°N, 1.98°W
~129 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
175 km
109 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 Walsall
- Bloxwich40,000 people · ~4 km away
- Wednesbury20,313 people · ~5 km away
- Aldridge26,896 people · ~5 km away
- Willenhall49,587 people · ~5 km away
- Wednesfield33,555 people · ~7 km away
- West Bromwich103,112 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Walsall?
Walsall has a population of 172,141 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #48 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Walsall in?
Walsall is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Walsall the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 175 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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