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What Are the Cities and Towns in Jamaica?

Jamaica is home to a diverse range of settlements, categorized into cities, towns, villages, and neighborhoods based on population and administrative status. Here’s an overview of how these settlements are defined and classified:


Definitions of Settlements in Jamaica

  1. City
    • Criteria: Official city status is granted only by an Act of Parliament.
    • Recognized Cities:
      • Kingston: The first city, incorporated in 1802, became the capital due to its strategic and economic importance.
      • Montego Bay: Granted city status in 1980, known as Jamaica’s tourism capital.
      • Portmore: Achieved city designation in 2018, reflecting its growth as a significant residential and urban area.
    • Note: City status is honorary and not directly linked to population size but may provide greater autonomy.
  2. Town/Village
    • Definition: Urban areas with a population of 2,000 or more residents, as defined by the Statistical Institute of Jamaica.
    • Town vs. Village: A town typically has a larger population and more developed infrastructure than a village.
  3. Neighborhood
    • Definition: Smaller geographic subdivisions of cities, towns, or villages, often defined by unique characteristics or landmarks.

Cities in Jamaica

Name2021 Population2011 PopulationCoordinatesParishDesignation Year
Kingston584,627579,13717.98°N, 76.80°WKingston1802
Portmore182,153156,46917.94°N, 76.87°WSaint Catherine2018
Montego Bay110,11596,47718.46°N, 77.91°WSaint James1980

Chief Towns in Jamaica

These are urban areas with populations of 10,000 residents or more.

NameCoordinatesParish
Spanish Town*17.99°N, 76.95°WSaint Catherine
May Pen*17.97°N, 77.24°WClarendon
Mandeville*18.05°N, 77.48°WManchester
Old Harbour17.92°N, 77.10°WSaint Catherine
Savanna-la-Mar*18.16°N, 77.95°WWestmoreland
Ocho Rios18.42°N, 77.11°WSaint Ann
Linstead18.15°N, 77.02°WSaint Catherine
Port Antonio*18.16°N, 76.38°WPortland
Saint Ann’s Bay*18.44°N, 77.22°WSaint Ann
Morant Bay*17.87°N, 76.39°WSaint Thomas
Yallahs17.87°N, 76.57°WSaint Thomas
Hayes17.88°N, 77.25°WClarendon
Santa Cruz18.07°N, 77.72°WSaint Elizabeth

*Parish capital.

This table highlights the key chief towns in Jamaica with their geographical coordinates and associated parishes.

Towns and Villages in Jamaica

NameCoordinatesParish
Above Rocks18.10°N 76.87°WSaint Catherine
Aenon Town18.20°N 77.39°WClarendon
Adelphi18.44°N 77.79°WSaint James
Albert Town18.29°N 77.54°WTrelawny
Alexandria18.29°N 77.35°WSaint Ann
Alligator Pond17.87°N 77.56°WManchester
Alston18.17°N 77.43°WClarendon
Anchovy18.40°N 77.93°WSaint James
Annotto Bay18.27°N 76.77°WSaint Mary
Balaclava18.17°N 77.64°WSaint Elizabeth
Bamboo18.38°N 77.26°WSaint Ann
Bath17.95°N 76.35°WSaint Thomas
Bethel Town18.30°N 77.95°WWestmoreland
Black River*18.03°N 77.86°WSaint Elizabeth
Bluefields18.17°N 78.03°WWestmoreland
Bog Walk18.10°N 77.02°WSaint Catherine
Brown’s Town18.40°N 77.36°WSaint Ann
Buff Bay18.23°N 76.67°WPortland
Bull Savanna17.88°N 77.59°WSaint Elizabeth
Cambridge18.32°N 77.89°WSaint James
Cascade18.40°N 78.10°WHanover
Carron Hall18.27°N 76.94°WSaint Mary
Cave Valley18.27°N 77.37°WSaint Ann
Cedar Valley17.99°N 76.58°WSaint Thomas
Chapelton18.08°N 77.27°WClarendon
Christiana18.17°N 77.49°WManchester
Claremont18.38°N 77.17°WSaint Ann
Clark’s Town18.42°N 77.57°WTrelawny
Coleyville18.22°N 77.50°WManchester
Comfort Castle18.05°N 76.41°WPortland
Constant Spring18.05°N 76.78°WSaint Andrew
Croft’s Hill18.13°N 77.22°WClarendon
Cross Keys17.89°N 77.50°WManchester
Dalvey17.90°N 76.25°WSaint Thomas
Darliston18.23°N 77.97°WWestmoreland
Dias18.39°N 78.19°WHanover
Discovery Bay18.47°N 77.39°WSaint Ann
Duncans18.47°N 77.53°WTrelawny
Easington17.92°N 76.60°WSaint Thomas
Ewarton18.18°N 77.08°WSaint Catherine
Falmouth*18.49°N 77.66°WTrelawny
Frankfield18.15°N 77.35°WClarendon
Frome18.30°N 78.15°WWestmoreland
Gayle18.33°N 77.00°WSaint Mary
Gimme-Me-Bit17.89°N 77.28°WClarendon
Glengoffe18.14°N 76.88°WSaint Catherine
Golden Grove17.93°N 76.27°WSaint Thomas
Gordon Town18.05°N 76.70°WSaint Andrew

*Parish capital.

Villages in Jamaica

Village NameParishSpecial Features/Notes
AccompongSaint ElizabethKnown for Maroon heritage and historical significance.
Aeolus ValleySaint ThomasScenic valley with lush surroundings.
Airy CastleSaint ThomasElevated village with cool breezes.
Barking LodgeSaint ThomasQuaint village with rich history.
Berry HillManchesterPicturesque and serene setting.
BogWestmorelandQuiet village amidst greenery.
Big WoodsWestmorelandRural charm and peaceful environment.
BoscobelSaint MaryPopular for its coastal beauty.
Bull BaySaint AndrewGateway to the Blue Mountains.
CarmelWestmorelandKnown for its warm community feel.
Cattawood SpringsPortlandFeatures natural springs and lush vegetation.
Clarendon ParkClarendonConveniently located near main roads.
CotterwoodSaint ElizabethQuiet, rustic atmosphere.
DuckenfieldSaint ThomasHistorical plantation roots.
Four PathsClarendonCentral village with a bustling atmosphere.
HaddersfieldSaint MaryRich in history and culture.
Hagley GapSaint ThomasStarting point for Blue Mountain hikes.
HodgesSaint ElizabethSurrounded by rolling hills.
Hopewell HallSaint ThomasElevated village with breathtaking views.
HopewellVarious (Clarendon, Manchester, Saint Andrew, Saint Ann, Saint Elizabeth, Westmoreland)Common village name across parishes.
HopetonWestmorelandPeaceful and welcoming community.
KnockpatrickManchesterElevated with cool weather.
LloydsSaint ThomasSmall, tight-knit community.
Long WoodSaint ElizabethKnown for its natural landscapes.
Mavis BankSaint AndrewFamous for coffee plantations.
MeadsfieldManchesterQuiet rural village.
Middle QuartersSaint ElizabethKnown for “pepper shrimp” delicacies.
Mount RosserSaint CatherineGateway to the interior.
Nanny TownPortlandNamed after the Maroon leader Nanny.
New HollandSaint ElizabethAgriculturally rich area.
New MarketSaint ElizabethVibrant and historically significant.
New RoadsSaint ElizabethClose-knit and welcoming community.
NewcastleSaint AndrewHistoric British military site.
Nine MileSaint AnnBirthplace of Bob Marley.
Old PeraSaint ThomasHistorical village.
Paynes TownSaint ElizabethSmall and serene village.
Port EsquivelSaint CatherineNotable for its port facilities.
Port MorantSaint ThomasRich in culture and coastal charm.
RoxboroughManchesterBirthplace of National Hero Norman Manley.
San SanPortlandKnown for luxurious beaches.
Sheckles PenClarendonAgriculture-centric community.
StonehengeSaint JamesUnique name and beautiful location.
WalderstonManchesterCool and elevated location.
White HallSaint ElizabethQuiet rural charm.
Wood HallSaint CatherinePeaceful countryside ambiance.

Neighbourhoods of Kingston and Saint Andrew Parish

Residential & UpscaleHistorical & CulturalUrban & CentralSuburban & ScenicIndustrial & Transitional
BarbicanDowntown KingstonHalf Way TreeRed HillsRiverton Meadows
AllerdyceDenham TownEastwood Park GardensStony HillSeaview Gardens
Cherry GardensTivoli GardensNew KingstonForest HillsCallaloo Bed
Belgrade MewsJones TownTrafalgar ParkNorbrookWaterhouse
Smokey ValeRae TownCross RoadsQueen HillBackto
Constant SpringTrenchtownLiguaneaMeadowbrookPayne Land
NorbrookAllman TownPapineMeadowbrook EstatesOlympic Gardens
Beverly HillsHarbour ViewMonaPembroke HallCockburn Gardens
Long MountainPort RoyalIthacaHope PasturesGreenwich Town
Jack’s HillJack’s HillWhitfield Town

Smaller Neighborhoods

Peaceful & PrivateDeveloping Areas
Patrick CityZaidie Gardens
Patrick GardensHughenden
Washington GardensHavendale
Molynes GardensNew Haven
Eden GardensMarverley
Forest Hills GardensPembrook Hall
Bournemouth GardensKintyre
Norman GardensVineyards Town
August TownElletson Flats
College CommonWoodford Park
Franklyn Town


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