Question 1

Is Hockessin, DE or Laurel, DE cheaper to buy in?

Accepted Answer

Laurel, DE is cheaper. The median home price in Hockessin, DE is approximately $524,400 and in Laurel, DE it is approximately $209,300 — a difference of $315,100.

Question 2

Is Hockessin, DE or Laurel, DE safer?

Accepted Answer

Hockessin, DE scores higher on safety. Hockessin, DE has violent crime rated Low and property crime rated Moderate. Laurel, DE has violent crime rated Moderate and property crime rated Moderate.

Question 3

Which has better schools, Hockessin, DE or Laurel, DE?

Accepted Answer

Hockessin, DE has higher-rated schools. Hockessin, DE has a school rating of 7.6/10 and Laurel, DE has a rating of 7.3/10.

Question 4

Should I live in Hockessin, DE or Laurel, DE?

Accepted Answer

If budget is your top priority, Laurel offers more affordable housing options without sacrificing much in terms of schools or commute times. On the other hand, Hockessin excels for families seeking a quiet, highly rated school environment even if it means sacrificing affordability and walkability.

Category	Hockessin, DE	Laurel, DE
Housing
Verdict	Good for now	Good for now
Median Price	$524K	$209K ✓ Lower price
Median Rent	$2K	$928 ✓ Lower rent
Median Income	$164K ✓ Higher income	$54K
Price Volatility	Low	Low
Getting Around
Walk Score	Car-dependent	Car-dependent
Transit Score	Minimal transit	Minimal transit
Bike Score	N/A	N/A
Commute	N/A	45 min
Safety & Environment
Safety Grade	B ✓ Safer	D+
Violent Crime	Low ✓ Lower risk	Moderate
Property Crime	Moderate	Moderate
Flood Risk	Low	Low
Air Quality	Good	Good
Community
Schools	7.6/10 ✓ Better schools	7.3/10
Best for	FamiliesCollege graduatesRemote professionals	FamiliesCommutersRetirees

Hockessin, DE vs Laurel, DE

Bottom line