South Shields Population 2026
South Shields has a population of 83,655, making it the #126 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 107× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
83,655
Rank in United Kingdom
#126
Coordinates
55.00°N, 1.43°W
~12 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
398 km
247 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 South Shields
- Tynemouth60,605 people · ~2 km away
- North Shields39,747 people · ~2 km away
- Jarrow29,470 people · ~4 km away
- Whitley Bay38,055 people · ~5 km away
- Hebburn21,345 people · ~6 km away
- Wallsend42,739 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of South Shields?
South Shields has a population of 83,655 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #126 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is South Shields in?
South Shields is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is South Shields the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 398 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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