Sunderland Population 2026
Sunderland has a population of 170,134, making it the #50 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 53× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
170,134
Rank in United Kingdom
#50
Coordinates
54.90°N, 1.38°W
~36 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
387 km
240 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 Sunderland
- Washington67,085 people · ~9 km away
- Houghton-Le-Spring36,746 people · ~9 km away
- Jarrow29,470 people · ~11 km away
- South Shields83,655 people · ~11 km away
- Hebburn21,345 people · ~11 km away
- Tynemouth60,605 people · ~13 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sunderland?
Sunderland has a population of 170,134 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #50 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Sunderland in?
Sunderland is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Sunderland the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 387 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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