Wigston Magna Population 2026
Wigston Magna has a population of 37,260, making it the #332 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 241× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
37,260
Rank in United Kingdom
#332
Coordinates
52.58°N, 1.09°W
~104 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
136 km
84 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 Wigston Magna
- Leicester368,600 people · ~7 km away
- Humberstone18,854 people · ~7 km away
- Hinckley50,712 people · ~20 km away
- Loughborough64,884 people · ~22 km away
- Coalville37,661 people · ~24 km away
- Melton Mowbray27,737 people · ~25 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wigston Magna?
Wigston Magna has a population of 37,260 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #332 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Wigston Magna in?
Wigston Magna is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Wigston Magna the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 136 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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