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Ashland, V.A., is the largest town in Hanover County. While the city itself was originally developed as a resort town, the city has become a college town and home to Randolph-Macon College. The College relocated from Boydton to Ashland in 1868. Governed by five elected members of the Town Council, Ashland’s is home to around 6,000 people in seven square miles.
Although Ashland has become a town full of young people, its devotion to preserving its heritage is outstanding. Over two-hundred homes dating back hundreds of years line the town’s historic district. The city is home to Virginia’s oldest frame church and three Randolph-Macon College buildings that are listed on the National Historic Register list. The Ashland Hanover Visitors Center is even located in the 1920’s authentic train station!
Ashland’s quaint residential area boasts parks and community areas for everyone to enjoy! The parks include the South Taylor Street Park, 13-acre Carter Park and 2-acre Pufferbelly Park. Bikers, runners and sports fans will enjoy the areas of the city specifically designated for these activities. Enjoy wonderful Ashland Hot-Air Balloon rides, one of the areas main attractions. Community Events are extremely popular in the area, such as the Ashland Strawberry Faire held in June that shows the communities commitment to supporting local crops.
Right now is a great time to invest in or relocate to an Ashland home! The cities safe streets and quiet neighborhoods are ideal for families and seniors alike. Ashland does a great job of preserving their past and promoting their bright future.
Population
| Total Population |
7,637
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| Population Density |
1,064 Persons/Sq. Mile
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| Female Population |
4,011
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| Male Population |
3,626
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| Median Age |
29.68 Years
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| Percentage Population Change since 1990 |
54%
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| Percentage Population Change Since 2000 |
0%
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Colleges
| Nearest 2-Year Public College |
ECPI TECHNICAL COLLEGE
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| Distance to ECPI TECHNICAL COLLEGE |
9 Miles
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| Nearest 4-Year Public College |
RANDOLPH-MACON COLLEGE
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| Distance to RANDOLPH-MACON COLLEGE |
0 Miles
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Households and Income
| Total Number of Households |
2,650
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| Family Households |
1,723
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| Average Family Size |
3
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| Average Household Income |
$56,920
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| Median Household Income |
$43,805
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| Percentage Income Change Since 1990 |
54%
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| Percentage Income Change Since 2000 |
0%
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Crime Rates Compared to National Average
The National Average is designated
100%. A value of 200% represents twice as much risk while a value of 50% represents
half as much risk.
| Total Crime Risk |
49%
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| Total Crime Risk (County) |
28%
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| Personal Crime Risk (County) |
19%
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| Murder Risk (County) |
24%
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| Rape Risk (County) |
35%
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| Robbery Risk |
14%
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| Assault Risk (County) |
21%
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| Property Risk (County) |
33%
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| Burglary Risk (County) |
20%
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| Larceny Risk (County) |
51%
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| Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) |
14%
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Environment
| Average July High Temperature |
87.1° F
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| Average January Low Temperature |
25.3° F
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| Annual Precipitation |
44.04 inches
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| Air Pollution Index |
91% of National Average
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Miscellaneous
| Sales Tax Rate |
5%
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| Nearest Airport |
RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL
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| Distance to RICHMOND INTERNATIONAL |
19 Miles
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| Nearest Major Sports Team |
RICHMOND BRAVES (AAA)
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| Distance to RICHMOND BRAVES (AAA) |
13 Miles
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| School Name | Grades | Address |
| JOHN M GANDY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 5 | 201 ARCHIE CANNON DR, ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| LIBERTY MIDDLE SCHOOL | 5 - 8 | 13496 LIBERTY SCHOOL RD, ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| PATRICK HENRY HIGH SCHOOL | 9 - 12 | 12449 W PATRICK HENRY RD, ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| HENRY CLAY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 3 | 310 S JAMES ST, ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| ELMONT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL | K - 5 | 12007 CEDAR LN, ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| HANOVER ACADEMY | K - 8 | 115 FRANCES RD, ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
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| Type of Business | Name | Address |
| BANKS | B B & T | 700 ENGLAND ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | B B & T | 9707 SLIDING HILL RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | BANK OF AMERICA | 400 ENGLAND ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | COLLATERAL MORTGAGE LTD | 100 ARBOR OAK DR # 102 ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | EVB | 201 N WASHINGTON HWY ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | FIRST CAPITAL BANK INC | 409 S WASHINGTON HWY ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | FIRST MARKET BANK | 253 N WASHINGTON HWY ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | PROVIDENT BANK | 9695 SLIDING HILL RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | UNION BANK & TRUST CO | 302 ASHCAKE RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | UNION BANK & TRUST CO | 9665 SLIDING HILL RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | WACHOVIA BANK | 10035 SLIDING HILL RD # 101 ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| BANKS | WACHOVIA BANK | 101 S WASHINGTON HWY ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | ASHLAND CHRISTIAN CHURCH | 301 S JAMES ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | ASHLAND CHRISTIAN CTR | 12230 MAPLE ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | ASHLAND CHURCH OF GOD | 407 MYRTLE ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | ASHLAND PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH | 401 VIRGINIA ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | BROWN GROVE BAPTIST CHURCH | 9328 ASHCAKE RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | CALVARY PENTECOSTAL | 11352 HEFLIN LN ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | DUNCAN MEMORIAL UNITED MTHDST | 201 HENRY ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | FAITH HOPE & VICTORY CHAPEL | 431 ENGLAND ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH | 800 THOMPSON ST ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF ELMONT | 11624 CEDAR LN ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | FOREST GROVE UNITED METHODIST | 13384 ASHLAND RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | GOSPEL CHICKEN HOUSE | 14709 GREENWOOD CHURCH RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | GREENWOOD BAPTIST CHURCH | 13637 GREENWOOD CHURCH RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | GWATHMEY BAPTIST CHURCH | 11232 GWATHMEY CHURCH RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| CHURCHES | HOLY CROSS LUTHERAN CHURCH | 11515 ASHCAKE RD ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| COLLEGE / UNIVERSITY - 4 YEAR + | RANDOLPH-MACON COLLEGE | PO BOX 5005 ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| GOLF COURSES-PUBLIC | HANOVER COUNTRY CLUB | 14314 COUNTRY CLUB DR ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
| MUSEUMS | AMERICAN HISTORICAL FOUNDATION | 10195 MAPLE LEAF CT ASHLAND, VA 23005 |
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