England's Population in 2010: Approximately 53 Million

According to the UK Office for National Statistics (ONS) mid-year estimates:

• United Kingdom total (2010): 62.07 million.
• England (2010): ~53.0 million (85.4% of UK).

Breakdown

Context

• England's population grew ~7% from 2001 (49.5M) to 2010.
• Driven by natural increase (births > deaths) and net international migration.
• Density: ~410 people/km² (2nd highest in EU after Malta at the time).

Current (2023 est.)

England: ~57 million; UK: ~67 million.