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Introduction to Seaford, Delaware
Seaford, Delaware, in Sussex county, is 64 miles SE of Dundalk, Maryland (center to center} and 70 miles SE of Baltimore, Maryland. About 6,699 people live in Seaford.
Seaford History
The first settlement in the Seaford area was recognized as "Martin's Hundred" and occupied an extremely large tract of land. With the Civil War, division crept into the community of Seaford. In 1865, towards the end of the war, this town became incorporated. The incorporation occurred with the help of a Councilman - Alderman form of government, which is still present today.
Seaford and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Seaford
If interested in historic sites, tourists can visit the Poplar Hill Mansion. Among the museums, one can visit the Marvel Museum, Seaford Museum as well as the Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art when staying in Seaford. Other interesting places that can be visited include the Soroptimist Park and the Williams Pond Park. Seaford Historical Society Ross Mansion is also famous for its historic importance. Seaford hosts the Towne and Country Fair and the Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival every year.
Seaford Transportation
Salisbury - Ocean City Wicomico Regional airport is the nearest airport to Seaford.
Seaford Higher Education
Institutes of higher education near Seaford include the Salisbury State University, Delaware Technical and Community College - Owens, University of Maryland-Eastern Shore, and Delaware State University.
Seaford strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Delaware):
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| Affordability of Rents (vs. State) | Top 3% |  |
| Public Transportation Use (vs. State) | Top 9% | |
| Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers) | Top 9% | |
| Racial Diversity (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| Short Commute Times (vs. State) | Top 18% | |
| Affordability of Property Taxes (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Seaford to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Delaware (State):
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| Low Property Crime | | |
| Low Violent Crime | | |
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