Whitley Bay Population 2026
Whitley Bay has a population of 38,055, making it the #320 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 236× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,055
Rank in United Kingdom
#320
Coordinates
55.04°N, 1.45°W
~29 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
402 km
250 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 Whitley Bay
- North Shields39,747 people · ~3 km away
- Tynemouth60,605 people · ~3 km away
- South Shields83,655 people · ~5 km away
- Jarrow29,470 people · ~7 km away
- Wallsend42,739 people · ~8 km away
- Hebburn21,345 people · ~9 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Whitley Bay?
Whitley Bay has a population of 38,055 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #320 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Whitley Bay in?
Whitley Bay is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Whitley Bay the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 402 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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