Valley Hill, NC

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 7/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 6/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
2,540 332.4M (US)
Median Age
47.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
74.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
42.3% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$87,250 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
88.2% 88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
19.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$296,500 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$284 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$852 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.1% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Henderson County
1
Asheville Metro Area
1
North Carolina
1

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Henderson County
2
Asheville Metro Area
2
North Carolina
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 2 37
Feb 5 1 41
Mar 5 1 47
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 64
Jun 5 0 71
Jul 5 0 75
Aug 5 0 74
Sep 5 0 67
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 5 0 47
Dec 5 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Republican stronghold, with 39% of residents leaning left and 57% leaning right.

Liberal (40%) (58%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 54%
Hillary Clinton 42%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 11, NC State Senate District 48, NC State House District 117, NC
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Schools

Atkinson Elementary
<1 miles, S • 4.1 star
Hendersonville Elementary
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Hendersonville Middle
2 miles, NE • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Blue Ridge Community College
4 miles, E • 1.4 star
Brevard College
14 miles, W • 1.4 star
North Greenville University
17 miles, S • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Margaret R Pardee Memorial Hospital
2 miles, NE • 4.1 star
Park Ridge Health
7 miles, NE • 5 star
Transylvania Regional Hospital, Inc
13 miles, W • 4.1 star
St Lukes Hospital
16 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Asheville Regional Airport
10 miles, N • 1.4 star
Tri-Cities Airport
82 miles, NE • 1 star
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