2021 Best Suburbs Near Georgetown, Delaware

Along the southern half of Delaware, you’ll find historic Sussex County, including its county seat of Georgetown. This small town is home to some fun sights, including the Marvel Carriage Museum and Treasures of the Sea Exhibit. Like its neighboring communities, Georgetown offers a quiet lifestyle with plenty of modern amenities, making it in attractive choice for those wanting to live near the Atlantic coast without the hustle and bustle of living in nearby cities like Dover, Delaware, or Salisbury, Maryland. Check out the top 10 suburbs around Georgetown, Delaware.

10. Milford

• Population: 11,353
• Median Home Value: $184,600
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 24 minutes
• School Ranking: B
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 565
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 85

Located in both Kent and Sussex counties, Milford has multiple parks scattered across the city, particularly around the Mispillion River and Silver Lake. Settled in 1680, Milford has a rich history that can be seen in its buildings, such as the Peter Lofland House that dates to the late 1800s. The Milford Museum offers even more local history for enthusiasts. With a variety of shops, restaurants and places of worship, Milford has all the amenities you’d expect and desire in a suburb. Take a look at the houses available in Milford!

9. Millsboro

• Population: 4,446
• Median Home Value: $230,665
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 24 minutes
• School Ranking: B+
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 179
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 11

Millsboro is a small town in Sussex County built along the Indian River. That means you’ll find plenty of opportunities for fishing, boating and other outdoor recreational activities. The majority of the stores and restaurants are located in the heart of the town, and residents enjoy having different options for grocery stores. Check out the new houses in Millsboro!

8. Ocean View

• Population: 2,140
• Median Home Value: $341,636
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 32 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 24
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 2

As its name suggests, Ocean View is just one mile away from the Atlantic Ocean. Atlantic Avenue serves as the main hub of the city, featuring a variety of stores, restaurants and places of worship. For the athletically inclined, Ocean View is home to pools, a golf course and a tennis court. Find your Ocean View home today!

7. Dagsboro

• Population: 900
• Median Home Value: $257,050
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 28 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 27
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 0

Dagsboro may be small, but it has all the basic amenities like grocery stores, restaurants and even a theater! What’s more, its safety ratings are hard to beat, with no violent crimes committed in the past year. Don’t miss out on the new homes in Dagsboro!

6. Selbyville

• Population: 2,496
• Median Home Value: $350,968
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 26 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 56
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 9

Known as the Gateway to the Beaches, Selbyville resides just a few miles away from the Atlantic shore — and on the Delaware/Maryland border. Residents here enjoy a peaceful, laidback lifestyle. All the amenities can be found in town, including shops and restaurants. Historical houses and buildings add to the town’s quaint atmosphere. Your new Selbyville home is right around the corner!

5. Millville

• Population: 640
• Median Home Value: $341,636
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 23 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 24
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 2

The smallest town on our list, Millville is home to just 640 residents. Like Dagsboro, though, Millville thrives with activities and businesses despite its small size. Residents have multiple grocery stores and restaurants to choose from, as well as places of worship. Find your new Millville home today!

4. Bethany Beach

• Population: 1,222
• Median Home Value: $577,554
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 21 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 64
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 1

Bethany Beach is a coastal town along the Atlantic shore. Along the Bethany Beach Boardwalk, you can find stores, restaurants and great views of the ocean. The town also has plenty of amenities in town, including grocery stores a library and even a nature center. With only one violent crime committed in the past year, folks can walk the beaches here with peace of mind. Be sure to check out the houses in Bethany Beach!

3. Milton

• Population: 2,621
• Median Home Value: $317,340
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 22 minutes
• School Ranking: A-
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 47
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 0

Milton is a Sussex County town built along the Broadkill River. Community drives this small town, from volunteers engaging in service projects to family events held at the parks. The biggest manufacturer in town and local favorite is the Dogfish Head Craft Brewery, which was founded in 1995. Enjoy a cold brew and then take a drive 15 miles to the east to hit up the beach. Take a look at the new home communities in Milton!

2. Rehoboth Beach

• Population: 1,520
• Median Home Value: $1,290,768
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 30 minutes
• School Ranking: A
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 146
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 9

Rehoboth Beach is a coastal town with multiple public beaches, which means boardwalks (including a small amusement park), sun and waves for days. The heart of the city contains a plethora of restaurants, shopping districts and even local history museums. During the summer, enjoy free concerts along the beach. Browse the house listings in Rehoboth Beach!

1. Lewes

• Population: 3,233
• Median Home Value: $576,609
• Mean Travel Time to Work: 23 minutes
• School Ranking: A
• Most Recent Annual Number of Property Crimes: 65
• Most Recent Annual Number of Violent Crimes: 7

Topping our list of Georgetown suburbs is Lewes. Located on Delaware Bay, Lewes offers residents plenty of fun in the sun at Lewes Beach. Further inland, Lewes has parks, a hospital, historical houses and plenty of good eats. Of particular note is the Zwaanendael Museum, a local history museum housed in a replica of a Dutch city hall building. With a strong education system and good safety ratings, Lewes makes for a fantastic place to live. Find your dream house in Lewes!

Additional Suburbs

SUBURB	POP.	MEDIAN HOME VALUE	MEDIAN TRAVEL TO WORK	SCHOOL RANK	PROPERTY CRIMES	VIOLENT CRIMES
Bridgeville	2,366	$258,414	22.9	B-	33	4
Greenwood	1,118	$258,414	33.2	B-	16	4
Seaford	7,861	$160,500	23.1	C+	420	64
Laurel	4.394	$188,312	27.8	C+	180	43

NewHomeSource pulled data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Services and the U.S. Census Bureau. In the event exact crime data was unavailable, estimates were used. These factors were entered into an algorithm to calculate a score for each suburb.