Blades, DE

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 10/10
school Colleges 5/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Frequent Flyer’s Paradise. Access to the airport is extremely convenient with minimal travel time. Ideal for frequent travelers.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,055 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
7.8% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$62,596 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$209,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$462 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$769 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sussex County
2
Seaford Urban Area
2
Delaware
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Sussex County
2
Seaford Urban Area
2
Delaware
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 36
Feb 3 5 39
Mar 4 1 46
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 74
Jul 4 0 78
Aug 4 0 77
Sep 4 0 70
Oct 4 0 59
Nov 4 0 50
Dec 4 2 40

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (45%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 56%
Hillary Clinton 41%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District, DE State Senate District 21, DE State Representative District 39, DE
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Schools

Seaford Middle School
1 miles, N • 1.9 star
Seaford Central Elementary School
1 miles, N • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Wor-Wic Community College
19 miles, S • 1.4 star
Salisbury University
20 miles, SW • 3.2 star
Delmarva Beauty Academy
20 miles, S • 1 star
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Hospitals

Nanticoke Memorial Hospital
<1 miles, N • 4.1 star
Bayhealth Hospital, Sussex Campus
21 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
79 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
88 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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