Washington Population 2026
Washington has a population of 67,085, making it the #162 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 134× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
67,085
Rank in United Kingdom
#162
Coordinates
54.90°N, 1.52°W
~59 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
388 km
241 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 Washington
- Chester-le-Street36,917 people · ~6 km away
- Felling34,355 people · ~7 km away
- Houghton-Le-Spring36,746 people · ~7 km away
- Hebburn21,345 people · ~8 km away
- Sunderland170,134 people · ~9 km away
- Gateshead77,649 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Washington?
Washington has a population of 67,085 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #162 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Washington in?
Washington is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Washington the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 388 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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