York Population 2026
York has a population of 156,135, making it the #58 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 57× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
156,135
Rank in United Kingdom
#58
Coordinates
53.96°N, 1.08°W
~17 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
280 km
174 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 York
- Selby24,859 people · ~19 km away
- Harrogate89,060 people · ~30 km away
- Goole20,810 people · ~31 km away
- Castleford45,106 people · ~32 km away
- Pontefract44,710 people · ~33 km away
- Ripon16,363 people · ~35 km away
FAQ
What is the population of York?
York has a population of 156,135 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #58 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is York in?
York is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is York the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 280 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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