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A rustic, country town on the outskirts of Concord
About 10 miles north of Concord, Canterbury consists of a rural landscape with a small-town center. “It’s the quintessential historic New England town,” says Realtor Diane Jousset with Better Homes and Gardens’ Masiello Group, who has 24 years of experience in the area.“It’s quaint, quiet and has a country feel.” While residents agree that Canterbury’s major draw is its secluded, private atmosphere, most people know the town for its Shaker village. From 1792 to 1992, a religious group called the Shakers settled into Canterbury’s forested valleys. Now a museum, the village is one of the most authentic and well-preserved examples of its kind, featuring 25 original buildings from the 18th century. The attraction brings in tens of thousands of visitors each year and has become a staple of Canterbury’s history and reputation today.
Learning about the Shakers and attending a NASCAR race
The Canterbury Community Farmers Market operates on Wednesdays from June through October and features live music, food and regional vendors. On the last Saturday of July, residents gather for the Canterbury Fair, renowned for its chicken barbecue, live music, children’s games, vendors and a 5K race. The Canterbury Shaker Village not only offers tours of the grounds and self-guided nature trails, but it also holds plenty of events, including concerts, specialized exhibitions like a deep dive into Shaker ingenuity and even a birthday party for Mother Ann Lee, the village’s founder. Just outside of Canterbury, the New Hampshire Motor Speedway hosts NASCAR races that bring in fans from all over New England. The track also has other events, like charity races, lessons and ride-alongs.
The Canterbury Shaker Village is a national historic landmark and sits in a prisine area.
The New Hampshire Motor Speedway sits nearby Canterbury and hosts several events each season.
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The Canterbury Country Store anchors the town
Despite Canterbury’s rural nature, it has a few dining and shopping staples. The Canterbury Country Store is off Center Road, next to the town hall and community center. Here, shoppers can pick up everyday essentials and crafts, send mail from the post office or enjoy the art gallery and prepared foods in the indoor seating area. The store is a central gathering space where residents can socialize with their neighbors. “There’s a very close-knit community here that’s very friendly,” Jousset says. Hackleboro Orchard also provides produce and hosts pick-your-own fruit sessions. Open on the weekends, Canterbury Aleworks has an outdoor patio where patrons can enjoy a beer in an Adirondack chair at a whiskey-barrel table. Another Canterbury favorite, Fox Country Smoke House prepares smoked products including meats, cheeses and salmon. For a big grocery run, Market Basket is within 5 miles, while Walmart and Target sit about 13 miles away in Concord.
The Canterbury Country Store sits conveniently next to the Post Office.
Hackleboro Orchard is a quick drive down the road from the center of Canterbury.
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Hiking the Hutchins Forest and floating down the Merrimack
From Canterbury’s central location in the middle of New Hampshire, residents can hit the beaches along the coast, drive north to the Lakes Region or head to the White Mountains with relative ease. The Merrimack River allows for fishing, boating and swimming at different access points. Paddlers and anglers also frequent smaller bodies of water nearby, including Horseshoe, Crane Neck and New ponds. Miles of hiking trails meander through Canterbury’s many conservation areas, with some of the most popular paths found at Hutchins Forest and Shaker State Forest. The Sno-Shakers Snowmobile Club grooms and utilizes the town’s trails for snowmobiling and cross-country skiing during the long New England winters. For some friendly competition, locals can visit the Top O’ The Hill disc golf course or try the 18-hole layout at Canterbury Woods Country Club.
The Hutchins Forest has a number of hiking trails that are a great way to spend an afternoon.
The scenic Merrimack River runs near Canterbury goes for over 100 miles through New England.
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Distinctive New England architecture on sprawling plots
Many residential lots sit atop numerous acres with enough space to build a barn or extra guest house. Two-to-four-bedroom colonials and Capes dominate the housing market and most often sell between $400,000 and $650,000. Buyers can choose from a variety of landscapes, from waterfront views of the area’s many ponds to acres of fields overlooking the mountains. Houses are often tucked away from the winding country roads and hidden behind towering trees. With no sidewalks, the town is very car dependent and provides a sense of privacy from neighboring properties.
Classic Colonial style homes sit deep within private lots within Canterbury.
Cape Cod style homes sit on forested lots within the Canterbury neighborhood.
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Public and private education for Canterbury students
Children can attend public schools in the Shaker Regional District, beginning at Canterbury Elementary, which earns a B grade on Niche. The school’s active parent-teacher organization hosts fundraisers for improvements to school amenities, including a refresh of the campus’ outdoor basketball courts. Belmont Middle and High schools both score C-plus grades and sit about 12 miles away. Families can also opt for private education for prekindergarten through eighth grade at Shaker Road School, about 8 miles away in Concord.
Students in Belmont attend Belmont High School which is highly rated.
Students in Belmont later attend Belmont Middle School.
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I-93 is Canterbury’s main thoroughfare
When it comes to transportation, Jousset says, “It’s all country roads, no traffic and no public transit.” With no sidewalks, either, the town is very car-dependent. Interstate 93 runs along the town’s western edge, serving as a commuter route for Canterbury residents who work in Concord. About 34 miles away, Manchester-Boston Regional Airport provides nonstop flights to major cities, including Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.
Interstate 93 is a quick and convenient way for visitors of Canterbury to get around.
Canterbury is conveniently located just a couple miles off of interstate 93.
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Transit
Airport
Manchester Boston Regional
57 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Canterbury
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
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Canterbury, NH sell after 32 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Canterbury, NH over the last 12 months is $492,688, up 8% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This expansive home sited on the Merrimack River on a quiet road has to be seen to be appreciated. Wood flooring, soaring ceilings, a wall of windows, a grand staircase, and beautiful crown moulding and other woodworking detail throughout the home combine to create a signature one-of-a-kind property. It's a fantastic place to entertain with a wide open first floor plan including the custom
This 2-3 Bedroom, 3 bath Waterfront Property is located on New Pond in Sherwood Forest. Enjoy 150 feet of private waterfront with wood dock in place. Get ready for Swimming, fishing, canoeing & kayaking! Ownership also includes private access to New Pond Beach. New Septic & Leach field installed in 2023. Water softener system. Baseboard Heating fueled by propane. Secondary electric heat and
Impressive renovations and a 2012 addition transformed this cape’s 1986 classic floorplan into a delightful contemporary, open concept home. Enter the new “Great room”, a surprisingly spacious light and bright area with a soaring ceiling, many windows and easy-care tiled floors with radiant heat. A pretty stairway leads to the versatile loft (now office and TV area) and 2nd floor primary suite.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,534
Median Age
50
Population under 18
17.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$113,869
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,593
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.3%
College Graduates
46.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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