Sheerness is a modest port town on the Isle of Sheppey, offering a coastal character and a close-knit community. With a population of around 13,000, it provides a quieter alternative to larger urban centres while still benefiting from essential services and maritime activity.
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Sheerness is a port town and civil parish situated beside the mouth of the River Medway on the north‑west corner of the Isle of Sheppey in north Kent, England. With a population of 13,249, it is the second largest town on the island after the nearby town of Minster, which has a population of 16,738. The town’s location on the island gives it a distinct coastal character, with maritime activities and a close relationship to the surrounding waterways. As a civil parish, Sheerness has its own local governance structures and community services that cater to residents and visitors alike. The town’s position on the Isle of Sheppey means that it is surrounded by rural and maritime landscapes, offering a quieter alternative to larger urban centres while still providing essential amenities and connectivity to the wider Kent area. The combination of a modest population, port facilities, and island setting makes Sheerness a distinctive locality within the ME 12 postal district.