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Rhondda Cynon Taf

Principal area in Wales

Rhondda Cynon Taf
Principal Area
Population
237,545
Area
424 km²
Admin Centre
Pontypridd
Population Density
560 per km²
CountryWales
TypePrincipal area
Admin CentrePontypridd
Population237,545
Area424 km²
Density560/km²

About Rhondda Cynon Taf

Rhondda Cynon Taf is a principal area in Wales, United Kingdom. The administrative centre is Pontypridd. According to the 2021 Census, Rhondda Cynon Taf has a population of 237,545 and covers an area of 424 km², giving it a population density of 560 people per square kilometre.

Rhondda Cynon Taf 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf?

Rhondda Cynon Taf is in Wales, United Kingdom.

What is the administrative centre of Rhondda Cynon Taf?

The administrative centre of Rhondda Cynon Taf is Pontypridd.

What is the population of Rhondda Cynon Taf?

Rhondda Cynon Taf has a population of 237,545 according to the 2021 Census.

How big is Rhondda Cynon Taf?

Rhondda Cynon Taf covers an area of 424 km² (164 square miles).

What type of county is Rhondda Cynon Taf?

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