Wellington Population 2026
Wellington has a population of 22,816, making it the #545 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 393× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,816
Rank in United Kingdom
#545
Coordinates
52.70°N, 2.52°W
~101 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
210 km
130 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 Wellington
- Telford155,570 people · ~5 km away
- Ryton16,093 people · ~15 km away
- Shrewsbury76,782 people · ~16 km away
- Stafford70,145 people · ~29 km away
- Wolverhampton263,700 people · ~29 km away
- Loughton33,346 people · ~30 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wellington?
Wellington has a population of 22,816 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #545 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Wellington in?
Wellington is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Wellington the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 210 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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