Newport
A community guide to Newport in Wales, the United Kingdom.
- Population
- 159,600 residents
- Region
- Wales
- Country
- the United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 51.5877, -2.9983
Visiting
Newport welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of Wales, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Newport are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across Wales. For travellers passing through the United Kingdom, Newport provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.
Overview
Newport is a populated place in Wales, the United Kingdom. The community supports 159,600 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Wales. Its position within the broader regional network gives Newport a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Newport sits at approximate coordinates 51.5877 latitude and -2.9983 longitude within Wales. The terrain and natural features around Newport reflect those typical of its part of the United Kingdom, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Wales road network providing the principal routes in and out.