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York Castle
City in Saint Ann, Jamaica
Overview
York Castle is a small settlement set within the lush hills of Saint Ann, Jamaica, known for its tranquil rural charm and close-knit community. The town offers a glimpse of local Jamaican life, with easy access to surrounding nature and historic sites. While less commercial than coastal destinations, its authenticity attracts curious travelers.
Geographic Context
Jurisdiction
Jamaica
Parish
Saint Ann
Population
—
Time Zone
America/Jamaica
Coordinates
18.28°, -77.23°
Key Metrics
Safety Score
50
Female Safety
45
LGBTQ+ Safety
30
Traffic Safety
55
Food Safety
60
Monthly Cost
$1,010
Local Cost
$490
Local Income
$350
Cashless
30
English
95
Temperature
26.5°C
Summer Avg
27.5°C
Winter Avg
25.1°C
Record High
33.2°C
Record Low
17.2°C
Humidity
76%
Precipitation
1168 mm
City Vibrancy
—
Coworking
0
Cafes
0
Nightlife
0
Parks
0
Transport
0
Walk Score
0
Footways
—
Airport
OCJ
Distance
31 km
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Frequently Asked Questions
Data sources
Source-backed data
NASA POWER - Climate normals and monthly weather measurements rendered as city weather metrics. Updated 2026-03-21.
World Air Quality Index - Latest available city-level air quality station measurement. Updated 2025-12-05.
OpenStreetMap - Nearby amenities counted from OpenStreetMap-derived city extracts. Updated 2025-12-09.
OpenStreetMap transport extract - Walkability, footway density, and airport access metrics derived from mapped transport features. Updated 2025-12-06.
Oyster List city price model - City price estimates calibrated from local price surveys and jurisdiction-level cost signals. Updated 2026-01-14.
Estimated data
Oyster List AI-assisted estimates - Safety, lifestyle, income, and practical scores are model-assisted estimates derived from source-backed country and city signals. Confidence 40/100.
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