How big is Sussex?
There are just over 4,200 residents within Sussex town borders. Neighbouring Sussex Corner is home to 1,300 residents, with the greater Sussex area serving 30,000 people. As for dimensions, the town is 3.5 km wide from the border it shares with Sussex Corner to Hwy 1 at the west end (near Gateway Mall). It is 2 km from the intersection of Leonard Drive and Main Street in Sussex to the flashing light at Needle Street (Route 121), Sussex Corner.