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Channel Islands Population 2026
The Channel Islands are an archipelago in the English Channel, off the French coast of Normandy. They include two Crown (UK) dependencies: the Bailiwick of Jersey, which is the largest of the islands; and the Bailiwick of Guernsey, consisting of Guernsey, Alderney, Sark, Herm, and some smaller islands. Although they are not part of the United Kingdom, the UK is responsible for the defense and international relations of the islands.
As per the UN World Population Prospects, the estimated population of the Channel Islands in 2026 is 179,201 (179 thousand or 1.79 Lakh)
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Channel Islands Demographics
| Channel Islands | 2026 Estimates |
| Total Population | 179,201 |
| Bailiwick of Jersey Pop. | 110,779 |
| Bailiwick of Guernsey Pop. | 63,301 |
| Land Area | 190 sq. km (73 sq. miles) |
| Pop. Density | 915 per sq. km |
| Capital City | Saint Peter Port |
| Fertility Rate* | 1.50 |
| Infant mortality rate ** | 5.6 |
| Median Age | 42.6 Years |
| Life Expectancy | 83.60 years |
| Urban Population | 30% |
Source: World Population Prospects 2019
Religion in Channel Islands
Religion in Channel Islands
- Christianity: 60%
- Non Religious: 39%
- Others: 1%
Source: Wikipedia
Population of Channel Islands 2026 | Religion in Channel Islands