Leicester, Sierra Leone

Leicester, Sierra Leone
Lɛsta
Location in Sierra Leone
Coordinates: 8°27′N 13°13′W / 8.450°N 13.217°W / 8.450; -13.217
Country Sierra Leone
RegionWestern Area
DistrictWestern Area Rural District
Population
 (2015)
 • Total
18,678
Time zoneUTC-5 (GMT)

Leicester (Krio: Lɛsta) is a coastal town in the Western Area Rural District of Sierra Leone. The town lies approximately fifteen miles east of Freetown. The town has an estimated population of 18,678. Leicester is largely populated by the Krio people. The Krio language is the primary language of communication in the town.

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