North Shields Population 2026
North Shields has a population of 39,747, making it the #310 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 225× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
39,747
Rank in United Kingdom
#310
Coordinates
55.02°N, 1.45°W
~42 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
400 km
248 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 North Shields
- Tynemouth60,605 people · ~2 km away
- South Shields83,655 people · ~2 km away
- Whitley Bay38,055 people · ~3 km away
- Jarrow29,470 people · ~5 km away
- Wallsend42,739 people · ~6 km away
- Hebburn21,345 people · ~6 km away
FAQ
What is the population of North Shields?
North Shields has a population of 39,747 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #310 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is North Shields in?
North Shields is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is North Shields the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 400 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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