Bury St Edmunds Population 2026
Bury St Edmunds has a population of 41,280, making it the #298 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 217× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
41,280
Rank in United Kingdom
#298
Coordinates
52.25°N, 0.71°E
~52 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
100 km
62 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 Bury St Edmunds
FAQ
What is the population of Bury St Edmunds?
Bury St Edmunds has a population of 41,280 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #298 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bury St Edmunds in?
Bury St Edmunds is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Bury St Edmunds the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 100 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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