Bideford Population 2026
Bideford has a population of 28,672, making it the #434 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 313× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,672
Rank in United Kingdom
#434
Coordinates
51.02°N, 4.21°W
~42 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
289 km
179 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 Bideford
- Barnstaple31,616 people · ~13 km away
- Exeter130,709 people · ~58 km away
- Porthcawl15,672 people · ~62 km away
- Newton Abbot36,474 people · ~69 km away
- Swansea300,352 people · ~70 km away
- Bridgend49,597 people · ~70 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bideford?
Bideford has a population of 28,672 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #434 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bideford in?
Bideford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Bideford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 289 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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