Torfaen
Principal area in Wales
CountryWales
TypePrincipal area
CountyTorfaen
Population94,119
Admin CentrePontypool
Area126 km²
About Torfaen
Torfaen is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom. The administrative centre is Pontypool. Torfaen has a population of 94,119 and covers an area of 126 km².
Torfaen 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 Torfaen council?
Torfaen is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom.
What type of council is Torfaen?
Torfaen is a principal area. It is responsible for local government services in its area.
What is the population of Torfaen?
Torfaen has a population of approximately 94,119.
What county is Torfaen in?
Torfaen is in Torfaen, Wales.
How big is Torfaen?
Torfaen covers an area of 126 km² (49 square miles).