Parkeston, Essex
| Parkeston | |
|---|---|
Location within Essex | |
| Area | 0.708 km2 (0.273 sq mi) |
| Population | 932 (2018 estimate) |
| • Density | 1,316/km2 (3,410/sq mi) |
| OS grid reference | TM236319 |
| Civil parish | |
| District | |
| Shire county | |
| Region | |
| Country | England |
| Sovereign state | United Kingdom |
| Post town | HARWICH |
| Postcode district | CO12 |
| Dialling code | 01255 |
| Police | Essex |
| Fire | Essex |
| Ambulance | East of England |
| UK Parliament | |
Parkeston /ˈpɑːrkstən/ is a North Sea port village in Essex, England, situated on the south bank of the River Stour about one mile (1.6 km) up-river from Harwich. In 2018 it had an estimated population of 932.