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    Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Manchester, NH

    25 neighborhoods with growth potential — still affordable, increasingly walkable, and showing improving conditions. Ranked by affordability, walkability, employment, safety, and air quality.

    Population: 115,0372026 Data

    Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Manchester, NH — Key Takeaways

    Manchester has 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential. The most affordable up-and-coming area is Groveton CDP with a median home value of $88,200.

    Manchester has a population of 115,037, a median household income of $74,040. The median home value citywide is $304,700, which is 8% above the national average of $281,900.

    Data sourced from the US Census Bureau, FBI Crime Data Explorer, EPA AirNow, Walk Score, and FEMA. Last updated: March 2026.

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    Top 3 Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods

    Groveton CDP

    71/100

    Up-and-Coming Score

    $88,200

    Colebrook CDP

    61/100

    Up-and-Coming Score

    $119,600

    Newport CDP

    60/100

    Up-and-Coming Score

    $162,200
    Complete Rankings — 25 Neighborhoods
    Up-and-coming neighborhoods in Manchester ranked by growth potential score, with median home value, walk score, unemployment rate, crime rate, and rent.
    #NeighborhoodScore
    		Groveton CDP71
    		Colebrook CDP61
    		Newport CDP60
    4
    		Gorham CDP56
    5
    		Tilton Northfield CDP54
    6
    		Whitefield CDP53
    7
    		Lisbon CDP52
    8
    		Mountain Lakes CDP51
    9
    		Troy CDP49
    10
    		Jaffrey CDP47
    11
    		North Walpole CDP43
    12
    		Lancaster CDP42
    13
    		Pinardville CDP42
    14
    		Hooksett CDP40
    15
    		West Swanzey CDP40
    16
    		Hillsborough CDP39
    17
    		Bristol CDP39
    18
    		East Merrimack CDP38
    19
    		Bethlehem CDP35
    20
    		Hinsdale CDP33
    21
    		Goffstown CDP28
    22
    		South Hooksett CDP28
    23
    		Antrim CDP25
    24
    		Sanbornville CDP22
    25
    		Contoocook CDP4

    Rankings by Category

    Top 5 up-and-coming neighborhoods in Manchester for each growth-potential metric.

    Most Affordable

    Lowest median home value

    1. 1
      Groveton CDP
      $88,200
    2. 2
      Colebrook CDP
      $119,600
    3. 3
      Gorham CDP
      $132,800
    4. 4
      Whitefield CDP
      $142,300
    5. 5
      Lisbon CDP
      $147,200
    Safest

    Lowest violent crime rate

    1. 1
      Newport CDP
      1.5 per 1K
    2. 2
      Tilton Northfield CDP
      1.5 per 1K
    3. 3
      Jaffrey CDP
      1.5 per 1K
    4. 4
      Pinardville CDP
      1.5 per 1K
    5. 5
      Hooksett CDP
      1.5 per 1K
    Highest Income

    Highest median household income

    1. 1
      Sanbornville CDP
      $133,167
    2. 2
      Goffstown CDP
      $131,146
    3. 3
      South Hooksett CDP
      $113,024
    4. 4
      Contoocook CDP
      $103,317
    5. 5
      Hinsdale CDP
      $96,161
    How We Identify Up-and-Coming Neighborhoods in Manchester

    Up-and-coming neighborhoods are identified using a Growth Potential Score that evaluates five weighted categories. These areas are still affordable relative to the city average but show strong fundamentals that suggest improving conditions and future appreciation.

    Affordability vs City Average
    30% weight
    Walkability & Transit
    25% weight
    Job Market (Unemployment)
    20% weight
    Safety
    15% weight
    Environment (Air Quality)
    10% weight

    Neighborhoods that are priced below the city median home value score higher on affordability. Walkability reflects the Walk Score, indicating access to amenities on foot. A low unemployment rate signals a strong local economy. Safety is measured by violent crime rates per 1,000 residents. Air quality uses the EPA Air Quality Index (AQI), where lower values indicate cleaner air.

    Data Sources: US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (UCR), EPA AirNow, Walk Score, Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), and FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer. All data is updated on a rolling basis as new government releases become available.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the most up-and-coming neighborhoods in Manchester?
    The top up-and-coming neighborhoods in Manchester are: Groveton CDP, Colebrook CDP, Newport CDP, Gorham CDP, Tilton Northfield CDP. These areas combine affordability, walkability, low unemployment, and improving conditions.
    Which neighborhoods in Manchester are still affordable but improving?
    The most affordable up-and-coming neighborhood in Manchester is Groveton CDP with a median home value of $88,200. The national median is $281,900.
    Is Manchester a good place to buy property for appreciation?
    Manchester has a median home value of $304,700. There are 25 neighborhoods showing growth potential based on affordability, walkability, and economic indicators.
    What is the median household income in Manchester?
    The median household income in Manchester, NH is $74,040. The national median is $74,580.

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