Wolverhampton Population 2026
Wolverhampton has a population of 263,700, making it the #27 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.4% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 34× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
263,700
Rank in United Kingdom
#27
Coordinates
52.59°N, 2.12°W
~160 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
182 km
113 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 Wolverhampton
- Wednesfield33,555 people · ~3 km away
- Willenhall49,587 people · ~4 km away
- Tipton47,000 people · ~7 km away
- Wednesbury20,313 people · ~8 km away
- Bloxwich40,000 people · ~9 km away
- Walsall172,141 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wolverhampton?
Wolverhampton has a population of 263,700 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #27 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Wolverhampton in?
Wolverhampton is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Wolverhampton the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 182 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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