Piggotts

Economic Profile Shaped by Inland Location

Piggotts is a village in Saint George Parish on the island of Antigua, part of the twin‑island nation of Antigua and Barbuda. It is situated inland in the northern part of the island, east of the capital city of St. John’s.

The village’s landlocked setting means it does not participate directly in maritime trade, directing economic activity toward land‑based services and retail that cater to the local population of 1,878 residents. Its proximity to the housing development known as Happy Hill, built from the 1950s through the 1970s, has created demand for construction‑related businesses and a network of small shops serving the surrounding neighborhoods.

Bordering the town of Osbourn, Piggotts benefits from the commercial spill‑over of that adjacent community, while the nearby Sir Vivian Richards Stadium draws periodic visitor spending during sporting events, supporting vendors and transportation services. The village’s position within the central time zone of America/Antigua and its use of the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD) align its commercial transactions with the broader national economy.

Overall, the geography of Piggotts—its inland location, connection to neighboring settlements, and closeness to a major event venue—frames an economy focused on residential services, modest retail, and occasional event‑driven commerce.

Piggotts

Piggotts, also known as St Mark's Village, is a city in Saint George Parish on Antigua island in Antigua and Barbuda.

Located at 17.11667° latitude and 61.8° longitude, it had a population of 1,878 and is landlocked, bordering the town of Osbourn.

History

In the late 1850s and early 1860s, a school was built to provide education to residents of nearby sugar estates, including Carlisle, Fitches Creek, Weirs, Gunthorpes, Paynters, and Cassada Gardens.

Circa 1864, Richard Albert Louden Piggott moved to the area, and with his large family, the area eventually became known as “Piggotts Village”.

Geography and Demographics

• The city is located in the north of the island, to the east of the capital city of St. John's.
• It has five enumeration districts: Piggotts-School, Pigotts Hill, Piggotts-St.Mary's, Piggotts-Moravian, and Piggotts-Central.

The city has a rivalry with Osbourn Farm, particularly in cricket, which diminished with the construction of the Happy Hill affordable housing project.

Geography and Tourism

Piggotts is a village in Saint George Parish on the island of Antigua, part of the nation of Antigua and Barbuda. It lies inland in the northern part of the island, east of the capital city of St. John’s.

Positioned at latitude 17.11667 and longitude ‑61.8, Piggotts is landlocked with no direct sea access and shares its western border with the town of Osbourn. The settlement’s inland setting places it within the America/Antigua time zone and makes it a short drive from the capital’s commercial centre.

The village’s proximity to the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, a major venue for cricket and concerts, draws sports tourists and event‑goers. Historically, Piggotts and neighbouring Osbourn Farm shared a lively cricket rivalry, a tradition that continues to interest visitors. The construction of the Happy Hill affordable‑housing project between the 1950s and the 1970s physically linked the two communities, easing travel for guests exploring local culture.

Religious sites add further appeal: the Antigua & Barbuda International Islamic Society Masjid is one of the island’s few mosques, while churches such as Praise Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church, New Life Assembly of God, Church of God 7th Day, and Clare Hall Christian Union Church reflect the village’s diverse faith heritage. With a resident population of 1 878, Piggotts offers a modest yet authentic Antiguan experience.

For more detail, see the Piggotts article.

Piggotts, a Village in Antigua

Piggotts is a village in Saint George Parish on Antigua island in Antigua and Barbuda. It had a population of 1,878.

Geography and History

The town is landlocked and has no sea access, and borders the town of Osbourn. It is located in the north of the island, to the east of the capital city of St. John's.

Religious Institutions

• Antigua & Barbuda International Islamic Society Masjid
• Praise Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church
• New Life Assembly of God
• Church of God 7th Day
• Clare Hall Christian Union Church

For more information, see the Piggotts entry on Wikipedia and GeoNames record for Piggotts.

Safety and Practical Considerations

Piggotts is a village in Saint George Parish on the island of Antigua, part of Antigua and Barbuda. It is situated inland at latitude 17.11667 N and longitude 61.8 W, east of the capital St. John’s and directly bordering the town of Osbourn.

The settlement is landlocked, lacking direct sea access, and lies in the northern part of the island. Its population is recorded as 1 878 residents, and the community operates in the America/Antigua time zone, uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD), and primarily speaks English (en‑AG). Enumeration districts include Piggotts‑School, Pigotts Hill, Piggotts‑St. Mary’s, Piggotts‑Moravian, and Piggotts‑Central.

Static safety guidance can rely on these durable facts—location, administrative affiliation, and basic infrastructure—but cannot reflect current crime trends, healthcare capacity, or policing activity, as such data are not present in the available sources. Readers should treat this information as a geographic baseline and consult up‑to‑date resources for risk assessment.

For current safety conditions, use the dated safety calculator and verify with official channels such as the Antigua and Barbuda Police Service, the Ministry of Health, or the nearest diplomatic mission. Local statistical reports on crime or health services are not available in the cited references.

Reference sources: Piggotts – Wikipedia and GeoNames record for Piggotts.

Piggotts is a village in Saint George Parish on the island of Antigua, part of Antigua and Barbuda. It lies east of the capital, St John’s, and is landlocked with no direct sea access.

Geography

The settlement occupies the northern part of Antigua and shares its western border with the town of Osbourn. Its coordinates are approximately 17.11667 N, ‑61.8 W, and it falls within the America/Antigua time zone.

History

In the late 1850s and early 1860s a school was erected to serve children from the nearby sugar estates of Carlisle, Fitches Creek, Weirs, Gunthorpes, Paynters and Cassada Gardens. Around 1864 Richard Albert Louden Piggott moved to the area, and the growing number of his children led locals to refer to the settlement as “Piggotts Village.”

Neighbourhoods

• 40600 Piggotts‑School
• 40700 Pigotts Hill
• 40800 Piggotts‑St Mary’s
• 40900 Piggotts‑Moravian
• 41000 Piggotts‑Central

Religious sites

The village hosts the Antigua & Barbuda International Islamic Society Masjid, one of the few mosques in the nation, alongside the Praise Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church, New Life Assembly of God, Church of God 7th Day, and Clare Hall Christian Union Church.

Nearby landmark

Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, a major sporting venue, is situated close to Piggotts.

According to the most recent census the population was 1 878 source.

Arts and geography of Piggotts

Piggotts is a landlocked village in Saint George Parish on the island of Antigua, Antigua and Barbuda. It lies to the north of the island, east of the capital St. John’s, and had a population of 1,878.

Geographically, the settlement borders the town of Osbourn and occupies an inland position that has historically limited direct sea access. The Happy Hill housing project, built from the 1950s to the 1970s, physically joined Piggotts and Osbourn, creating a larger communal area that accommodates local festivals and street performances.

The school established in the late 1850s remains a historic landmark that underscores the village’s long‑standing commitment to education and community gatherings. Religious venues—including the Antigua & Barbuda International Islamic Society Masjid and churches such as Praise Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church, New Life Assembly of God, Church of God 7th Day, and Clare Hall Christian Union Church—function as hubs for choral music, gospel choirs, and inter‑

Piggotts is a village in Saint George Parish on the island of Antigua, part of the nation of Antigua and Barbuda.

It lies inland to the east of the capital, St. John’s, and the most recent count records 1,878 residents.

Location of Piggotts

The settlement is land‑locked, bordering the town of Osbourn, and sits at latitude 17.11667 N and longitude ‑61.80000 W. It is situated in the northern part of Antigua, east of St. John’s.

Population of Piggotts

According to the latest available data, the village’s population totals 1,878 people.

Time zone observed in Piggotts

Piggotts follows the America/Antigua time zone.

Religious institutions in Piggotts

The community hosts the Antigua & Barbuda International Islamic Society Masjid, as well as several Christian congregations including Praise Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church, New Life Assembly of God, Church of God 7th Day, and Clare Hall Christian Union Church.

Administrative districts of Piggotts

• 40600 Piggotts‑School
• 40700 Piggotts‑Hill
• 40800 Piggotts‑St. Mary’s
• 40900 Piggotts‑Moravian
• 41000 Piggotts‑Central

Currency and language of Piggotts

The official currency is the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD) and the recognized language is English (en‑AG).

For additional details, see the Piggotts entry on Wikipedia.

Piggotts is a village in Saint George Parish on the island of Antigua, part of the twin‑island nation of Antigua and Barbuda. It is situated inland, east of the capital St. John’s, and had a population of 1,878 according to the latest available data.

Geographic context of Piggotts

The settlement lies in the northern part of Antigua, positioned at latitude 17.11667 N and longitude 61.80000 W. Its inland location makes it landlocked, with no direct access to the sea, and it shares its western boundary with the town of Osbourn. The proximity to Osbourn reflects a historic separation that was later reduced by the development of the Happy Hill housing project between the 1950s and 1970s, linking the two communities.

Being east of St. John’s places Piggotts within a short driving distance of the national capital, while still retaining a distinct village character. The area falls under the America/Antigua time zone and uses the Eastern Caribbean dollar (XCD) as its official currency. English (en‑AG) is the primary language spoken by residents.

Attribute	Detail
Country	Antigua and Barbuda
Parish	Saint George
Coordinates	17.11667 N, 61.80000 W
Timezone	America/Antigua
Currency	XCD
Language	en‑AG

The village’s geography has influenced its social infrastructure. Historically, a centrally located school was built in the late 1850s to serve children from surrounding sugar estates, reinforcing Piggotts’ role as an educational hub for the inland population. Today, the settlement is notable for hosting the Antigua & Barbuda International Islamic Society Masjid, one of the few mosques on the islands, alongside several Christian congregations such as Praise Tabernacle United Pentecostal Church and New Life Assembly of God.

For statistical and administrative purposes, Piggotts is divided into five enumeration districts:

• 40600 Piggotts‑School
• 40700 Piggotts Hill
• 40800 Piggotts‑St. Mary’s
• 40900 Piggotts‑Moravian
• 41000 Piggotts‑Central

Nearby landmarks include the Sir Vivian Richards Stadium, located just to the north of the village, underscoring Piggotts’ connection to national sporting events.

Further details are available on the Piggotts Wikipedia entry.