Warrington Population 2026
Warrington has a population of 172,330, making it the #47 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)
172,330
Rank in United Kingdom
#47
Coordinates
53.39°N, 2.58°W
~15 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
267 km
166 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 Warrington
- Great Sankey43,793 people · ~4 km away
- Newton-le-Willows24,642 people · ~7 km away
- Golborne24,021 people · ~9 km away
- Haydock17,333 people · ~11 km away
- Widnes61,464 people · ~11 km away
- Ashton in Makerfield26,380 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Warrington?
Warrington has a population of 172,330 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #47 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Warrington in?
Warrington is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Warrington the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 267 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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