Wigan Population 2026
Wigan has a population of 175,405, making it the #45 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.3% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 51× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
175,405
Rank in United Kingdom
#45
Coordinates
53.54°N, 2.64°W
~32 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
283 km
176 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 Wigan
- Hindley25,001 people · ~4 km away
- Ashton in Makerfield26,380 people · ~7 km away
- Westhoughton26,260 people · ~7 km away
- Golborne24,021 people · ~8 km away
- Horwich18,696 people · ~9 km away
- Haydock17,333 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wigan?
Wigan has a population of 175,405 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #45 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Wigan in?
Wigan is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Wigan the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 283 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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