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Gwynedd

Principal area in Wales

Gwynedd
Principal Area
Population
117,072
Area
2,535 km²
Admin Centre
Caernarfon
Population Density
46 per km²
CountryWales
TypePrincipal area
Admin CentreCaernarfon
Population117,072
Area2,535 km²
Density46/km²

About Gwynedd

Gwynedd is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom. The administrative centre is Caernarfon. According to the 2021 Census, Gwynedd has a population of 117,072 and covers an area of 2,535 km², giving it a population density of 46 people per square kilometre.

Gwynedd 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 Gwynedd?

Gwynedd is in Wales, United Kingdom.

What is the administrative centre of Gwynedd?

The administrative centre of Gwynedd is Caernarfon.

What is the population of Gwynedd?

Gwynedd has a population of 117,072 according to the 2021 Census.

How big is Gwynedd?

Gwynedd covers an area of 2,535 km² (979 square miles).

What type of county is Gwynedd?

Gwynedd is a principal area. Principal areas are the 22 unitary authorities in Wales, established in 1996, each combining county and district functions.