Facts About Saint Peter Port

Saint Peter Port is the capital of Guernsey, a British Crown Dependency located in the English Channel.

1. Saint Peter Port is the largest town in Guernsey and the Channel Islands.

2. The estimated population of Saint Peter Port is 18,958m as of 2020.

3. The town’s name is derived from the island’s patron saint, Saint Peter.

4. The port has been used since Roman times and played an important role in the Norman conquest of England.

5. German forces occupied Saint Peter Port during World War II and saw significant damage during the liberation of the island.

6. Saint Peter Port is twinned with several cities, including Portsmouth in England and Brest in France.

7. The parish has a total area of 6.5 km2. The postal code for parish addresses begins with GY1.

8. St. Peter Port is a small town with steep narrow streets and steps overlooking slopes.

9. Many historic buildings can be found in town, including Castle Cornet, a 13th-century fortress.

10. The town is a financial services hub with a thriving financial services industry.