Sefton, Illinois
Sefton: township in Fayette County, Illinois
About
Sefton is a township located in the county of Fayette in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 599 and a population density of 12 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 567 inhabitants.
Quick Facts about Sefton
| Population | 567 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Fayette County |
| Area | 49.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 39.0709,-88.9556 |
| Altitude | 545 feet / 166 meters |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 01:31:10 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 11 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -5.64% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 78℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Sefton is located at 39°4'15"N 88°57'20"W (39.0708800, -88.9556200).
Sefton map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 78. South wind 6 to 17 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Sefton decreased by 5.64% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 599 | - | census |
| 2011 | 600 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 596 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 597 | 0.17% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 593 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 592 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 586 | -1.02% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 585 | -0.17% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 580 | -0.86% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 578 | -0.35% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 567 | -1.94% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Sefton, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 145372 | Greenville University | Greenville (IL) | 62246 |
Nearby Transit Stations (8)
Rail and bus stations connected to Sefton, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFG | Effingham | 401 West National Ave. | RAIL |
| CEN | Centralia station | 108 East Broadway | RAIL |
| MAT | Mattoon station | 1718 Broadway Ave. | RAIL |
| CRV | Carlinville | 128 Alton Rd. | RAIL |
| MVI | Mt. Vernon, IL | 102 Potomac Boulevard | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Sefton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Brownstown Post Office | Brownstown (IL) | 62418 |
| Saint Elm Post Office | Saint Elmo (IL) | 62458 |
| Ramsey Post Office | Ramsey (IL) | 62080 |
| Herrick Post Office | Herrick (IL) | 62431 |
| Vandalia Post Office | Vandalia (IL) | 62471 |
Other cities in Fayette County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Fayette County , IL.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Vandalia | 6,662 | Township in Fayette County, Illinois |
| Avena | 1,924 | Unincorporated community in Illinois |
| Saint Elmo | 1,367 | City in Illinois |
| Ramsey | 1,003 | Village in Illinois, United States |
| La Clede | 881 | Township in Fayette County, Illinois |
| Brownstown | 733 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Pittsburg | 549 | Village in Illinois |
| Farina | 495 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |
| Wilberton | 489 | Township in Fayette County, Illinois |
| Shafter | 478 | Township in Fayette County, Illinois |
| Saint Peter | 338 | Human settlement in Fayette County, Illinois, United States of America |
| Bingham | 77 | Human settlement in Illinois, United States of America |