The thought of other locations named St Albans in various countries across the globe leads to science fiction-esque ideas.

The question of whether there is a parallel version of us, doing the same job and living the same life in an entirely different setting is an interesting yet unlikely theory.

However, what we do know is that these places exist.

With that in mind, here's five places across the Earth that share a name with the Hertfordshire city.

1. Saint-Alban, Brittany, France

Herts Advertiser: Saint-Alban is in the Côtes-d'Armor region of Brittany, France.Saint-Alban is in the Côtes-d'Armor region of Brittany, France. (Image: Google Maps)

The commune of Saint-Alban is located in the Côtes-d'Armor area of Brittany, France.

A number of seaside resorts are nearby, including Le Val-André and Pointe du Roselier.

Saint-Alban itself features a mixture of contemporary houses and historical architecture.

Approximately 2,155 people live at the location.

2. St Albans City, Vermont, USA

Herts Advertiser: There are two St Albans in Vermont, USA.There are two St Albans in Vermont, USA. (Image: Google Maps)

Two separate places are named St Albans in the United States of America.

Both are located in Franklin County, Vermont.

St Albans City has a population of around 6,877 people.

A 'Historic Downtown' is present at the location, which features award-winning restaurants, speciality shops and breweries.

3. St Albans, Melbourne, Australia

Herts Advertiser: St Albans is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.St Albans is a suburb of Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. (Image: Google Maps)

In the city of Melbourne, Australia, lies a suburb named St Albans.

A 2021 census revealed the suburb's population as 38,042.

According to Good Migrations, the suburb features three restaurants, six banks, 12 grocery stores and 54 shops.

A small village named St Albans is also located in New South Wales.

4. St Albans, Newfoundland, Canada

Herts Advertiser: Around 1,200 people live in St Albans, Newfoundland, Canada.Around 1,200 people live in St Albans, Newfoundland, Canada. (Image: Google Maps)

Located on the south coast of Newfoundland, Canada, the town of St Albans was originally named Ship Cove.

The area was originally settled in the 1800s and consists of 1,233 residents.

Sheltered fjords and bays are located in the area, suited to sailers and water-sports enthusiasts.

Two restaurants and one fast-food outlet are located in the town.

5. St Albans Town, Vermont, USA

Herts Advertiser: St Albans Town is in Franklin County, Vermont, USA.St Albans Town is in Franklin County, Vermont, USA. (Image: Google Maps)

The town of St Albans, Vermont, is located in north west Franklin County.

The area has a population of 6,988 and surrounds the City of St Albans.

St Albans Town Forest is situated North East of the town, and St Albans Bay can be seen in the South West.

Two islands are located in the bay; Lazy Lady Island and Rock Island.