Newport
Principal area in Wales
CountryWales
TypePrincipal area
CountyNewport
Population167,899
Admin CentreNewport
Area190 km²
About Newport
Newport is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom. The administrative centre is Newport. Newport has a population of 167,899 and covers an area of 190 km².
Newport 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 Newport council?
Newport is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom.
What type of council is Newport?
Newport is a principal area. It is responsible for local government services in its area.
What is the population of Newport?
Newport has a population of approximately 167,899.
What county is Newport in?
Newport is in Newport, Wales.
How big is Newport?
Newport covers an area of 190 km² (73 square miles).