Chester-le-Street Population 2026
Chester-le-Street has a population of 36,917, making it the #336 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 243× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
36,917
Rank in United Kingdom
#336
Coordinates
54.86°N, 1.57°W
~13 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
385 km
239 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 Chester-le-Street
- Washington67,085 people · ~6 km away
- Houghton-Le-Spring36,746 people · ~7 km away
- Stanley31,300 people · ~8 km away
- Durham47,785 people · ~9 km away
- Felling34,355 people · ~10 km away
- Gateshead77,649 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Chester-le-Street?
Chester-le-Street has a population of 36,917 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #336 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Chester-le-Street in?
Chester-le-Street is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Chester-le-Street the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 385 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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