View Full Report Card Hampstead is a town in North Carolina with a population of 9,292. Hampstead is in Pender County. Living in Hampstead offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in Hampstead and residents tend to be conservative. The public schools in Hampstead are highly rated.
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About Hampstead...
Suburb
Population
9,292
Town near
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North Carolina
Pender County
Real Estate
Median Home Value
$402,100National $332,700
Median Rent
$1,216National $1,413
Area Feel
Based on the housing stock, population density, and the proximity of amenities of the area.QuestionQuestion Suburban Rural MixRent vs. Own
Rent27%
Own73%
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Hampstead Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
Suburbs with the Best Public Schools in North Carolina
#41 of 185
Places with the Best Public Schools in North Carolina
#54 of 355
Best Suburbs to Raise a Family in North Carolina
#72 of 185
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Crime & Safety
Crime & Safetygrade unavailableBased on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
AssaultNo data available —national 282.7
MurderNo data available —national 6.1
RapeNo data available —national 40.7
RobberyNo data available —national 135.5
Property Crimes
Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
BurglaryNo data available —national 500.1
TheftNo data available —national 2,042.8
Motor Vehicle TheftNo data available —national 284
Residents
Diversitygrade B+Based on ethnic and economic diversity. Age
<10 years16%
10-17 years13%
18-24 years7%
25-34 years13%
35-44 years14%
45-54 years13%
55-64 years10%
65+ years14%
MoreEducation LevelsNational
Master's degree or higher11%national 14%
Bachelor's degree27%national 22%
Some college or associate's degree31%national 28%
High school diploma or equivalent26%national 26%
Less than high school diploma5%national 10%
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Working in Hampstead
Jobsgrade A minusBased on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
Median Household Income
$91,745National $80,734Search for Jobs in HampsteadPublic SchoolsPrivate Schools
Top Public Schools Serving Hampstead
grade A
Pender Early College High School
Rating 3.9 out of 5
62 reviewsreviews
grade A minus
Topsail Middle School
Rating 3.33 out of 5
3 reviewsreviews
grade A minus
Surf City Elementary
grade A minus
South Topsail Elementary School
Rating 2 out of 5
1 reviewreviews
grade A minus
Sea-Tech
Rating 4.58 out of 5
12 reviewsreviews
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Hampstead Reviews
Rating 3.88 out of 5
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Rating 5 out of 5
reviewsLiving in Hampstead has been a pretty good experience overall — it’s a nice, peaceful community with friendly people and a comfortable atmosphere. I really like how clean and safe the area feels, and there’s a strong sense of community that makes it a great place to live.However, one thing I’d love to see change is the lack of nearby public and recreational places. It would be great to have more parks, hangout spots, or fun activities closer to home — things like a community center, more restaurants, or entertainment options that don’t require driving far. Adding more local places to go out and enjoy would make Hampstead feel even more lively and connected.
Current Resident
4 months ago
Overall Experience
0 people have found this helpfulReportReview Hampstead
Rating 3 out of 5
reviewsI’ve lived in Hampstead, NC my entire life, and it has changed drastically in recent years. With so many new residents moving in, the town has struggled to keep up. Traffic is constant, schools are overflowing, and it feels like every open space is turning into another storage unit or tightly packed housing development. The bypass that could help relieve congestion is still years from completion, which makes daily travel frustrating. Despite these challenges, Hampstead still has its positives. There are great local businesses and a strong sense of community for those who have been here a long time. I’d love to see more thoughtful planning that preserves Hampstead’s small-town feel while still accommodating growth in a sustainable way.
Current Resident
5 months ago
Overall Experience
0 people have found this helpfulReport
Rating 4 out of 5
reviewsBeautiful landscape. I can ride my bicycle along shady streets while gazing at the intercoastal waterway and view of Topsail Island. Neighborhoods are very safe. I'm a teacher who likes quiet time at home, I like living close to the beach, and I find it easy to get to Wilmington if I need to. If there's an accident on highway 17, traffic comes to a standstill, but that's everywhere. No need to live here if wild nightlife is your thing. It's a very relaxing town with lots of nice tap rooms that have live music, good grocery stores, lots of medical facilities, a short ride to the beach. It's also a very family friendly town, and Kiwanis Park has live music all summer with its Alive After 5 concert series. This is where you come for a quality, low key lifestyle, not a place for people who need bars and nightclubs.
Current Resident
8 months ago
Overall Experience
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