Caerphilly
Principal area in Wales
CountryWales
TypePrincipal area
CountyCaerphilly
Population176,865
Admin CentreHengoed
Area277 km²
About Caerphilly
Caerphilly is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom. The administrative centre is Hengoed. Caerphilly has a population of 176,865 and covers an area of 277 km².
Caerphilly is one of 22 principal areas in Wales, established in 1996 as part of local government reorganisation. Each principal area is governed by a single-tier unitary authority responsible for all local government services.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Caerphilly council?
Caerphilly is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom.
What type of council is Caerphilly?
Caerphilly is a principal area. It is responsible for local government services in its area.
What is the population of Caerphilly?
Caerphilly has a population of approximately 176,865.
What county is Caerphilly in?
Caerphilly is in Caerphilly, Wales.
How big is Caerphilly?
Caerphilly covers an area of 277 km² (107 square miles).