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Shafton, England, United Kingdom – United Kingdom Flag

Current Date And Time In Shafton, United Kingdom

Wednesday, 12 August 2026
23:55:22 BST
State: England
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (BST)
District: Barnsley

🗺 Map of Shafton, England, United Kingdom – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Shafton, a city in England, United Kingdom, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Shafton β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Shafton.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United Kingdom operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Shafton, England

📍 LATITUDE
53.593°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
1.409°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)53.5929° N1.4093° W
Signed Decimal Degrees53.5929-1.4093
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)53° 35' 34" N1° 24' 33" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)53° 35.5716' N1° 24.555' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Shafton Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:39 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:41 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
15h 1m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:10 PM
Calculated for today (12 Aug 2026) from Shafton’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Shafton’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,966 km
(3,707 mi) • Shafton is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
93 km
(58 mi) • Shafton is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
53.593° S, 178.591° E
The point exactly opposite Shafton through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Shafton, you'd surface nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, about 1,016 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Shafton

📍 Location Details

CityShafton
StateEngland
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
DistrictBarnsley
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Elevation82 m / 269 ft
GPS (DD)53.5929, -1.4093

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Shafton

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: England
Parent Country: United Kingdom

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Shafton to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around England.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
CudworthEnglandS2 km2 mi~2m🗺 View
RoystonEnglandW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
GrimethorpeEnglandSE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
RyhillEnglandN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
HemsworthEnglandNE4 km3 mi~4m🗺 View
NottonEnglandNW5 km3 mi~5m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Shafton to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • London
247 km (154 mi)
S of Shafton • ~4h 7m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • London
247 km (154 mi)
S of Shafton • ~4h 7m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in England

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in England, the home state of Shafton, along with each city's aerial distance from London, England's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
London51.5085° N-0.1257° W25 m0 km🗺 View Map
Birmingham52.4814° N-1.8998° W149 m163 km🗺 View Map
Manchester53.481° N-2.2374° W51 m262 km🗺 View Map
Sheffield53.383° N-1.4659° W75 m227 km🗺 View Map
Leeds53.7965° N-1.5479° W50 m272 km🗺 View Map
Liverpool53.4106° N-2.9779° W30 m286 km🗺 View Map
Bristol51.4552° N-2.5967° W21 m171 km🗺 View Map
Leicester52.6386° N-1.1317° W65 m143 km🗺 View Map
Bradford53.7939° N-1.7521° W110 m277 km🗺 View Map
Coventry52.4066° N-1.5122° W89 m138 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
Leeds Bradford Airport
IATA: LBA
35 km (21 mi) from Shafton
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🌍 Shafton Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Shafton Matter

The exact GPS location of Shafton gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside England. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare England state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Shafton Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Shafton are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Shafton

The satellite view of Shafton lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United Kingdom map

🌎 Regional Position of Shafton in England

Shafton sits within England, United Kingdom, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Shafton Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Shafton for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across England. › Browse every city in England

💻 Using Shafton Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Shafton in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United Kingdom. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Shafton Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Shafton directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Shafton. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare England CitiesAccess the full city directory for England ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Shafton Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Shafton?

The GPS coordinates of Shafton are latitude 53.5929° and longitude -1.4093°. In directional format: 53.5929° N, 1.4093° W. These coordinates mark the center of Shafton in England and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Shafton located?

Shafton is a city in England, United Kingdom, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Barnsley. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Shafton?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Shafton sits at: Latitude 53° 35' 34" N and Longitude 1° 24' 33" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

🗺 How can I view Shafton on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Shafton is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 53.5929, -1.4093 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Shafton in England. For broader context, explore the England state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Shafton?

The nearest airport to Shafton is Leeds Bradford Airport (LBA), roughly 35 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Shafton from London?

Shafton is approximately 247 km (154 mi) from London, the capital of England, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in England.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Shafton?

Shafton sits at an elevation of approximately 82 meters (269 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for England.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Shafton?

The closest cities to Shafton include Cudworth, Royston, Grimethorpe. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Shafton today?

Today in Shafton, sunrise is at 05:39 AM and sunset is at 08:41 PM, giving a day length of 15h 1m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Shafton's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Shafton from the Equator?

Shafton is approximately 5,966 km (3,707 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 93 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Shafton?

The antipodal point of Shafton — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 1,016 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Shafton from London, the capital of United Kingdom?

Shafton is approximately 247 km (154 mi) S of London, the national capital of United Kingdom, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.