Swansea
Principal area in Wales
CountryWales
TypePrincipal area
CountySwansea
Population251,304
Admin CentreSwansea
Area378 km²
About Swansea
Swansea is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom. The administrative centre is Swansea. Swansea has a population of 251,304 and covers an area of 378 km².
Swansea 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 Swansea council?
Swansea is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom.
What type of council is Swansea?
Swansea is a principal area. It is responsible for local government services in its area.
What is the population of Swansea?
Swansea has a population of approximately 251,304.
What county is Swansea in?
Swansea is in Swansea, Wales.
How big is Swansea?
Swansea covers an area of 378 km² (146 square miles).