Townsend Public RecordsDelaware

Townsend, a city in New Castle County, Delaware, has a 2022 estimated population of around 2,900. The median age is about 37 years. The population is roughly 51% female and 49% male. Racially, the city is 66% White, 22% Black or African American, 6% Hispanic or Latino, 3% Asian, and 3% two or more races. Townsend’s demographic profile reflects a diverse and moderately young community.

Townsend, New Castle, DE, features a homeownership rate of about 85%, with median home values around $405,000 as of 2024. Rentals make up approximately 15% of the housing market, with median rents near $1,900/month. Popular housing types are single-family homes, especially in neighborhoods like Townsend Village and Odessa National. Property values have increased roughly 5% year-over-year. The area benefits from relatively low property taxes, averaging 0.56% of assessed value annually.

Townsend, in New Castle County, DE, is served primarily by Appoquinimink School District, including Appoquinimink High School, rated 7/10 by GreatSchools. The area offers 3 public schools, with high school graduation rates above 92%. Around 34% of adults hold at least a bachelor’s degree. School safety measures include secure campus entry and SRO presence. Programs focus on STEM, arts, and AP courses. Adult education is accessible through nearby Delaware Technical Community College. Test scores are consistently above state average, fostering strong educational outcomes.

Transportation in Townsend, New Castle, DE is largely car-dependent; over 90% of households own at least one vehicle, with about 85% of commuters driving alone to work. Public transit usage is low, accounting for less than 2% of commuting trips, as fixed-route DART buses do not directly serve the town. The average one-way commute time is around 32 minutes, exceeding the national average. Major nearby employment hubs include Middletown, Wilmington, and Newark. Townsend’s transportation infrastructure centers on DE Route 71, with limited sidewalks or bike lanes, reflecting its suburban, rural character.

Townsend, New Castle County, DE, lacks its own hospital, with residents primarily using nearby Middletown’s ChristianaCare Middletown Emergency Department; some primary care clinics operate locally. As of 2023, 92% of Townsend’s population is insured. The town’s 2020 population was ~2,600, predominantly White (67%) and African American (24%), with a median age of 37. Top health issues include hypertension, diabetes, and obesity. Healthcare access is generally good due to close proximity (within 10 miles) to multiple providers, but there’s local demand for expanded mental health and pediatric services.