Telford Population 2026
Telford has a population of 155,570, making it the #59 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 58× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
155,570
Rank in United Kingdom
#59
Coordinates
52.68°N, 2.45°W
~163 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
205 km
127 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 Telford
- Wellington22,816 people · ~5 km away
- Ryton16,093 people · ~9 km away
- Shrewsbury76,782 people · ~21 km away
- Wolverhampton263,700 people · ~24 km away
- Wednesfield33,555 people · ~26 km away
- Stafford70,145 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Telford?
Telford has a population of 155,570 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #59 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Telford in?
Telford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Telford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 205 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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