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Dover, NH vs Laconia, NH
Dover, NH vs Laconia, NH: What the data shows
Dover, NH is in Dover, NH while Laconia, NH is in Laconia, NH — both in the same state. On home prices, Laconia, NH is the more affordable option at $250,500 median — $117,700 less than Dover, NH's $368,200. WYLT rates Dover, NH as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Laconia, NH as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing.
Laconia, NH has the stronger safety profile of the two. Dover, NH has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Laconia, NH has Low violent crime and Low property crime. On environmental risk, Dover, NH has Low flood risk and Laconia, NH has Low flood risk.
Dover, NH is the more walkable neighborhood. Dover, NH scores 7/100 (car-dependent) versus Laconia, NH's N/A/100. For families weighing school quality, Dover, NH has the higher school rating — Dover, NH rates 5/10 and Laconia, NH rates 4.7/10.
| Category | Dover, NH | Laconia, NH |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Think twice |
| Median Price | $368K | $251K ✓ Lower price |
| Median Rent | $1K | $1K ✓ Lower rent |
| Median Income | $91K ✓ Higher income | $68K |
| Price Volatility | Moderate | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 7/100 ✓ More walkable | Car-dependent |
| Transit Score | 14/100 ✓ Better transit | Minimal transit |
| Bike Score | 48/100 ✓ More bikeable | N/A |
| Commute | 45 min | N/A |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | A ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Good | Good |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 5/10 ✓ Better schools | 4.7/10 |
| Best for | Families with young childrenRemote workers who value a quiet environmentRetirees looking for affordability | FamiliesRetireesRemote workers |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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