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Middletown, DE
Middletown · New Castle County · DE 19709
Updated June 20, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Good for now
Verdict
$417K
Median Price
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Walk Score
8.2/10
Schools
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
D+Safety
55/100
B+Schools
82/100
B-Quietness
70/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score64/100
Our Take
Middletown offers solid schools and a decent median income, but it’s almost entirely car‑dependent with very low walkability and limited transit options. It’s a stable, family‑friendly spot if you’re okay with driving for most errands.
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The Good
- ✓Top‑rated public schools in the Appoquinimink district
- ✓Low flood risk (Zone X)
- ✓Median income well above national average
- ✓Stable suburban community with low vacancy rates
Real Talk
- !Walk Score of 0 means almost all errands require a car
- !Transit options are practically nonexistent
- !Traffic congestion near Route 1 can be a daily hassle
- !High cost of living relative to the median income
- $Higher car insurance and maintenance costs
- $Potential property tax increase with rising home values
- $Limited grocery delivery options could raise grocery costs
Best For
Families with school concernsSuburban commutersCar ownersRemote workers with reliable broadband
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeModerate
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityModerate
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Middletown, DE
D+
Safety grade
Safety score55 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Moderate3.9incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
5% higher than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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