Wellingborough Population 2026
Wellingborough has a population of 56,564, making it the #208 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 158× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,564
Rank in United Kingdom
#208
Coordinates
52.30°N, 0.69°W
~70 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
97 km
60 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 Wellingborough
- Rushden37,584 people · ~6 km away
- Kettering56,676 people · ~11 km away
- Northampton245,899 people · ~14 km away
- Corby68,164 people · ~22 km away
- Newport Pagnell15,067 people · ~24 km away
- Bedford106,940 people · ~24 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wellingborough?
Wellingborough has a population of 56,564 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #208 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Wellingborough in?
Wellingborough is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Wellingborough the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 97 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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