Whickham Population 2026
Whickham has a population of 16,625, making it the #741 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 539× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,625
Rank in United Kingdom
#741
Coordinates
54.95°N, 1.68°W
~119 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
396 km
246 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 Whickham
- Blaydon-on-Tyne15,155 people · ~3 km away
- Newcastle upon Tyne300,125 people · ~5 km away
- Gateshead77,649 people · ~5 km away
- Newburn41,347 people · ~6 km away
- Felling34,355 people · ~7 km away
- Gosforth23,975 people · ~7 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Whickham?
Whickham has a population of 16,625 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #741 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Whickham in?
Whickham is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Whickham the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 396 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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