Denbighshire Population 2026 including ajor towns Rhyl, Prestatyn, Denbigh, Ruthin and St Asaph.
As of 2026, the population of Denbighshire is estimated to be approximately 98,800 to 99,500 people.
Since official mid-year estimates for 2026 have not yet been released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS), this figure is based on the most recent official data and growth trends.
Key Notes
- 2024 Estimate: The most recent mid-year estimate (published in late 2025) placed the population at 98,202.
- Annual Growth Rate: Denbighshire has seen an average annual population increase of approximately 0.75% to 0.8% in recent years, primarily driven by net migration rather than “natural change” (births vs. deaths).
- Projected Trend: If current growth patterns continue, the population is expected to approach the 100,000 milestone by the late 2020s.
2026 Estimated Population of Denbighshire Towns
| Town | Estimated Population |
| Rhyl | 27,897 |
| Prestatyn | 16,444 |
| Denbigh | 8,486 |
| Ruthin | 5,892 |
| St Asaph | 3,613 |