Whitehaven Population 2026
Whitehaven has a population of 22,945, making it the #540 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 391× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
22,945
Rank in United Kingdom
#540
Coordinates
54.55°N, 3.58°W
~19 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
410 km
255 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 Whitehaven
- Workington21,275 people · ~11 km away
- Barrow in Furness55,489 people · ~54 km away
- Carlisle78,470 people · ~57 km away
- Dumfries46,500 people · ~58 km away
- Kendal29,147 people · ~59 km away
- Morecambe51,644 people · ~71 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Whitehaven?
Whitehaven has a population of 22,945 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #540 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Whitehaven in?
Whitehaven is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Whitehaven the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 410 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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