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Plaistow

#35 in Best Places to Retire in New Hampshire
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • Suburb in New Hampshire
  • 26 reviews
    B
    Overall Niche Grade
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    1. Public Schools
      B
    2. Crime & Safety
      B-
    3. Housing
      C+
    4. Nightlife
      B+
    5. Good for Families
      B
    6. Diversity
      B-
    7. Jobs
      B
    8. Weather
      C+
    9. Cost of Living
      C+
    10. Health & Fitness
      A-
    11. Outdoor Activities
      A
    12. Commute
      C+
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    Plaistow is a suburb of Boston with a population of 7,677. Plaistow is in Rockingham County. Living in Plaistow offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Plaistow there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Plaistow and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Plaistow are above average.
    About Plaistow...
    Population
    7,677
    Suburb of
    Boston
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    Real Estate

    Median Home Value
    $273,800
    National
    $184,700
    Median Rent
    $1,318
    National
    $949
    Area Feel
    Suburban Rural Mix
    Rent vs. Own
    • Rent
      17%
    • Own
      83%
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    Plaistow Rankings

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    Crime & Safety

    Crime & Safety
    B-
    Based on violent and property crime rates.
    Violent Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Assault
      25.7
      282.7
    • Murder
      0
      6.1
    • Rape
      0
      40.7
    • Robbery
      64.3
      135.5
    Property Crimes
    • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
    National
    • Burglary
      77.2
      500.1
    • Theft
      2,161.3
      2,042.8
    • Motor Vehicle Theft
      51.5
      284

    Residents

    Diversity
    B-
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Age
    • <10 years
      9%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      6%
    • 25-34 years
      16%
    • 35-44 years
      13%
    • 45-54 years
      16%
    • 55-64 years
      16%
    • 65+ years
      15%
    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      7%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      16%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      36%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      37%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      4%
      13%
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    Working in Plaistow

    Jobs
    B
    Based on employment rates, job and business growth, and cost of living.
    Median Household Income
    $82,904
    National
    $55,322
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    Plaistow Reviews

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    Having just moved to Plaistow, NH, we love it! Plaistow is close to the MA border, with beaches and hiking options. Plus you there is no income or sales tax. The Town has so much to offer, from shops and supermarkets to great food (check out Sushi Time), employment options and antiques! The Town Hall was very accommodating to us and the people here are very eager to help, with plenty of recommendations for restaurants, shopping and things to do in and around the are. Here's to our next five years in the town of Plaistow, NH!
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    It’s really a town so good amount of grass and trees. Family friendly but plenty to do nearby. Good restaurants and some shopping areas. Malls, coastline, etc within 15-25 mins. Starting to get a little crowded.
    Nice and quiet residential areas. Has some things to do (i.e. gyms -- both for weight lifting and gymnastics--shops for necessities, and nice restaurants nearby). Not too much to do for fun, but it is close can find many things to do within a 10-20 minute drive.
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