Best Areas to Live in Concord
Concord's distinct village and neighborhood identities carry real, disclosed variance in safety, income, and character -- from East Concord's top-rated, highest-income profile to Penacook's distinct, more affordable village identity.
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Learn moreEast Concord: The Top-Rated, Highest-Income Neighborhood
East Concord was cited as the city's top-rated neighborhood, with a population of approximately 4,027 and the highest median household income in the city (~$101,778), carrying an A+ safety designation from CrimeGrade.org -- established residential streets, mature trees, and a quieter, suburban feel while remaining close to downtown.
West Concord: A Popular Family Destination
West Concord, home to approximately 8,046 residents with a median income of approximately $80,575, was cited as a popular destination for families, with good schools access, parks, and convenient access to shopping and services -- also carrying an A+ safety grade.
South End: A Quiet, Low-Crime, Multi-Generational Neighborhood
The South End was cited as one of Concord's quietest residential areas, popular with families who have lived in the city for generations, known for tree-lined streets, well-kept properties, and a low-crime environment that consistently ranks among the safest in the city -- carrying an A safety grade from CrimeGrade.org.
Penacook: A Distinct, More Affordable Village Identity
Penacook is a distinct village community within Concord's city limits, cited as the most affordable neighborhood within city limits, offering a small-town atmosphere with its own commercial center and a mix of older New England homes -- often cited as a strong option for first-time buyers and investors specifically. Penacook carries an A safety grade from CrimeGrade.org.
North End and Concord Heights
North End was cited as one of the most affordable and popular renter destinations, carrying an A safety grade. Concord Heights, the lowest-rated of Concord's 6 rated neighborhoods, still carries a real A- safety grade -- a genuinely strong citywide floor even at its comparatively lowest-rated neighborhood.
Key takeaways
- East Concord is the city's top-rated neighborhood, with the highest median household income (~$101,778) and an A+ safety grade.
- West Concord (~8,046 residents, median income ~$80,575) is a popular family destination with an A+ safety grade.
- The South End is a quiet, low-crime, multi-generational neighborhood with an A safety grade.
- Penacook offers the most affordable in-city option, with its own distinct village identity and an A safety grade.
- Even Concord's lowest-rated neighborhood (Concord Heights) carries a real A- safety grade -- a genuinely strong citywide floor.
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