Hereford Population 2026
Hereford has a population of 60,415, making it the #193 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 148× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
60,415
Rank in United Kingdom
#193
Coordinates
52.06°N, 2.71°W
~61 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
188 km
117 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 Hereford
- Great Malvern36,770 people · ~27 km away
- Worcester101,659 people · ~37 km away
- Tewkesbury20,360 people · ~39 km away
- Gloucester132,416 people · ~39 km away
- Loughton33,346 people · ~43 km away
- Pontypool35,686 people · ~46 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Hereford?
Hereford has a population of 60,415 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #193 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Hereford in?
Hereford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Hereford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 188 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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