Workington Population 2026
Workington has a population of 21,275, making it the #572 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 421× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
21,275
Rank in United Kingdom
#572
Coordinates
54.64°N, 3.54°W
~20 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
417 km
259 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 Workington
- Whitehaven22,945 people · ~11 km away
- Dumfries46,500 people · ~48 km away
- Carlisle78,470 people · ~48 km away
- Kendal29,147 people · ~62 km away
- Barrow in Furness55,489 people · ~63 km away
- Morecambe51,644 people · ~78 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Workington?
Workington has a population of 21,275 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #572 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Workington in?
Workington is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Workington the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 417 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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