Consett Population 2026
Consett has a population of 29,137, making it the #429 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 308× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,137
Rank in United Kingdom
#429
Coordinates
54.85°N, 1.83°W
~272 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
389 km
242 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 Consett
- Stanley31,300 people · ~9 km away
- Whickham16,625 people · ~14 km away
- Blaydon-on-Tyne15,155 people · ~14 km away
- Newburn41,347 people · ~16 km away
- Chester-le-Street36,917 people · ~16 km away
- Durham47,785 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Consett?
Consett has a population of 29,137 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #429 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Consett in?
Consett is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Consett the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 389 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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