I always thought Manchester was the capital of the North and thought it had a bigger population than Liverpool. However, it seems by a few accounts Liverpool is bigger than Manchester. This is the most recent one I've found making Liverpool the 3rd largest city in the UK
London
England's capital is a leading global center in industries including arts, education, media and finance.
7,556,900
Birmingham
This international commercial center has a thriving economy and is a hub for events, conference, retail and transport.
984,333
Liverpool
Liverpool's position as a port city has led to population growth throughout the years.
864,122
Nottingham
729,977
Sheffield
Redevelopment of this steel-producing city has led to an increase in population.
685,368
Bristol
This city is the center of electronics, media and aerospace.
617,280
Glasgow
Glasgow has been an innovative city in marine engineerings and shipbuilding.
591,620
Leicester
Leicester is one of the oldest cities in England, dating back at least 2,000 years ago.
508,916
Edinburgh
Edinburg has long held a reputation as an educational center, especially in the medical field.
464,990
Leeds
This market town expanded to encompass surrounding villages to grow into one of the UK's most populous urban areas.
455,123
Largest Cities in United Kingdom
London
England's capital is a leading global center in industries including arts, education, media and finance.
7,556,900
Birmingham
This international commercial center has a thriving economy and is a hub for events, conference, retail and transport.
984,333
Liverpool
Liverpool's position as a port city has led to population growth throughout the years.
864,122
Nottingham
729,977
Sheffield
Redevelopment of this steel-producing city has led to an increase in population.
685,368
Bristol
This city is the center of electronics, media and aerospace.
617,280
Glasgow
Glasgow has been an innovative city in marine engineerings and shipbuilding.
591,620
Leicester
Leicester is one of the oldest cities in England, dating back at least 2,000 years ago.
508,916
Edinburgh
Edinburg has long held a reputation as an educational center, especially in the medical field.
464,990
Leeds
This market town expanded to encompass surrounding villages to grow into one of the UK's most populous urban areas.
455,123
Largest Cities in United Kingdom
