In New London, residents don’t have to leave their yards to see nature’s beauty: dense evergreens rising towards the sky and sparrows flitting between branches. “It’s more rural; there’s going to be people outside city limits who have acres of land,” says Realtor Clinton Potter who works with Realty ONE Group All Stars and grew up in Grays Harbor County. The population of 300 enjoys their space as well as peace and quiet. It’s a secluded atmosphere — and that means driving to some necessities. New London is dependent on Hoquiam, a small town about 5 miles south, for its school system, grocery stores and more.
While New London is a rural neighborhood it's just five minutes from the main parts of Hoquiam.
New London sits directly on the banks of the gorgeous Hoquiam River.
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Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge and more outdoor recreation
New London residents can feel surrounded by nature in their day-to-day lives and continue to embrace the outdoors with nearby parks. Located in Hoquiam, the Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge features a boardwalk trail through wetlands with scenic views of the bay. It's also a bird watching sanctuary, so people can see shorebirds like herons and dunlin wading through the water. However, this means parkgoers can’t bring their dogs. The Levee Street Boat Launch & Park, also in Hoquiam, has a dock and a ramp on the Hoquiam River. It also has picnic tables with scenic views of the waterway. The community is 30 miles south of the Olympic National Forest, a wilderness haven of hiking paths and campsites with vistas of the Olympic Mountains.
Back the boat in and spend the day on the water from Levee Street Boat Launch.
Hike through the Grays Harbor Wildlife Refuge trail for a unique birdwatching experience.
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Spacious yards and houses on Route 101
New London’s main road is state Route 101, a long stretch through evergreen woods that eventually hits Olympic National Forest in the north. Most of the community’s homes are on this road, with yards separated by towering pine trees. The lots often have over an acre of land, some extra space for a garden or a fenced area for animals. The local architecture includes midcentury ranch-style homes, split-levels, cottages and farmhouses. Many of these homes have RV parking and carports. Cottages range from $250,000 to $400,000, while ranch-style homes range from $350,000 to $500,000.
Coastal Highway 101 is the only way in, out, and through New London.
Much of New London is made up of gravel and dirt roads leading to pockets of homes on open land.
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Shops and restaurants in downtown Hoquiam
There's minimal retail in New London, but Hoquiam has a Main Street-style downtown where people can shop and go out to eat. Brunch 101 of Hoquiam serves breakfast foods like chicken and waffles in a modern, minimalistic interior. There's also entertainment nearby, including the 7th Street Theatre, a historic Spanish Revival building that puts on movies and concerts. Those looking for a supermarket can stop by Swanson's grocery store. East of New London, there’s Dale’s Lavendar Farm. “A business out that direction sells nice plants,” Potter says. Patrons can find different types of lavender as well as handmade gifts made with the herb.
Head to a show at the Historic 7th Street Theatre 10 minutes from New London.
Grab brunch from the local favorite, Brunch 101, a few minutes from New London.
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Hoquiam's community events
As a rural area, New London doesn’t have any community events, but residents can head down to Hoquiam for celebrations like an Easter Egg Hunt in the spring. Kids can find eggs hidden in Olympic Stadium and then take pictures with the Easter Bunny. Hoquiam Timberland Library hosts events more often — from needlework groups who work on their crafts together to Creature Teachers, where visitors can meet reptiles and amphibians.
Take in your daily drive along the Chehalis River near New London.
Get some work done at the Hoquiam Library just a few minutes from New London.
Friends of Hoquiam Library used book sale near New London is more than 20 years old.
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Hoquiam public schools
The community is served by the Hoquiam School District, which earns a C grade according to Niche. Emerson Elementary School has a B-minus rating and serves kindergarten through first grade. Serving second through fifth grade, Central Elementary School is given a C grade. Hoquiam Middle School earns a C-minus and is for sixth through eighth graders. Hoquiam High School has a C rating and offers courses from commercial photography to culinary arts.
Hoquiam Middle School is a public school and part of the Hoquiam School District.
Hoquiam High School was founded in 1891 in Hoquiam, Washington.
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Only 10 miles to Aberdeen
New London is a car-dependent community. It's located 60 miles from Olympia via State Route 8. It’s also about 10 miles north of Aberdeen via Route 101. Since it’s a rural area, there isn't any public transportation available. For the nearest hospital, Harbor Regional Health Emergency Department is 10 miles away in Aberdeen. The Seattle–Tacoma International Airport, the closest international airport, is about 110 miles away.
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Parks in this Area
Sam Benn Park
Elton Bennett Park
Pioneer Park
Grays Harbor National Wildlife Refuge
The Levee Street Boat Launch and Park
Morrison River Front Park
Riverside Dike Park
Lincoln Park
Art Pocklington Memorial Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
New London
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
17
Median Year Built
1969
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
155
Median Age
48
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$66,750
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,992
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.4%
College Graduates
13%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
% Population in Labor Force
51.2%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
69''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
67°F
Annual Snowfall
4''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
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