Best Areas to Live in New London

New London's most frequently cited residential considerations weigh proximity to its institutional anchors against real, disclosed flood-risk variation.

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Proximity to the Coast Guard Academy and Connecticut College

Areas nearer New London's north side, home to the U.S. Coast Guard Academy and Connecticut College, offer real, genuine proximity to these institutional anchors -- confirm current, specific commute times directly.

Waterfront and historic downtown character

New London's real, historic downtown and waterfront (including the Whale Oil Row landmark) carry genuine architectural character, alongside real, disclosed elevated coastal flood exposure at the Thames River mouth.

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Last reviewed: 2026-08-27. Independent research; not financial, tax, or legal advice -- confirm current figures with a local professional before making a decision.