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Introduction to Hampstead, New Hampshire
Hampstead, New Hampshire, in Rockingham county, is 8 miles NW of Haverhill, Massachusetts and 36 miles N of Boston, Massachusetts. As of the year 2000 census, 8,297 people lived in Hampstead.
Hampstead History
Hampstead was initially a part of Haverhill and Amesbury, Massachusetts. It was settled in 1640 and the town was created in 1739 as a result of changes in boundary lines between Massachusetts and the newly formed province of New Hampshire. It was originally known as Timberlane Parish because of the native trees. Hampstead was given its current name by Governor Benning Wentworth in 1749. He named the town after his original home of Hampstead, England.
Hampstead and nearby Attractions
Things To Do In Hampstead
Hampstead has easy access to several historical sites and recreational areas. The Ordway Park offers provides a number of recreational and leisure facilities. It also hosts the Harvest Festival every year.
Hampstead Transportation
Air transportation is available from Manchester Airport.
Hampstead Higher Education
One can pursue higher education at Northern Essex Community College, Merrimack College, the University of Massachusetts-Lowell and New Hampshire College.
Hampstead strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Hampshire):
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| Well-Paid Single Men (vs. State) | Top 3% |  |
| Low Property Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 3% | |
| Well-Paid Single Women (vs. State) | Top 5% | |
| Median Family Income (vs. State) | Top 6% | |
| Low Violent Crime (vs. Peers) | Top 12% | |
| People in Middle Class or Better (vs. Peers) | Top 13% | |
| Low Rate of Poverty (vs. Peers) | Top 18% | |
Comparing Hampstead to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Hampshire (State):
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