Watford Population 2026
Watford has a population of 125,707, making it the #81 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 71× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
125,707
Rank in United Kingdom
#81
Coordinates
51.66°N, 0.40°W
~77 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
25 km
16 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 Watford
- St Albans84,561 people · ~11 km away
- Hemel Hempstead95,961 people · ~12 km away
- Gerrards Cross20,633 people · ~13 km away
- Chesham20,649 people · ~15 km away
- Amersham21,731 people · ~15 km away
- Welwyn Garden City51,505 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Watford?
Watford has a population of 125,707 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #81 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Watford in?
Watford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Watford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 25 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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