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Powys

Principal area in Wales

Powys
Principal Area
Population
133,521
Area
5,175 km²
Admin Centre
Llandrindod Wells
Population Density
26 per km²
CountryWales
TypePrincipal area
Admin CentreLlandrindod Wells
Population133,521
Area5,175 km²
Density26/km²

About Powys

Powys is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom. The administrative centre is Llandrindod Wells. According to the 2021 Census, Powys has a population of 133,521 and covers an area of 5,175 km², giving it a population density of 26 people per square kilometre.

Powys 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 Powys?

Powys is in Wales, United Kingdom.

What is the administrative centre of Powys?

The administrative centre of Powys is Llandrindod Wells.

What is the population of Powys?

Powys has a population of 133,521 according to the 2021 Census.

How big is Powys?

Powys covers an area of 5,175 km² (1,998 square miles).

What type of county is Powys?

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