It's all preference. There are good parts and bad parts everywhere. I personally love claymont and North Wilmington.

I am sorry for being so late to answer this question - I just came across it today. Claymont does have many very nice neighborhoods with varying home sizes and price ranges. I am working with several people who want to live in Delaware and continue to work in Philadelphia and they like the area for just the same reasons as I believe you would. Claymont is going through a rebuilding of the area that will keep the quaintness of a small town and still have the closeness to larger cities such as Wilmington or Philadelphia. I hope this helps.......................chris

Like the person said before, depending on your price range, Wilmington may be the better way to go. Bellefone and North Wimington are also nice and close to the PA border. If you are in need of a Realtor or want to receive more information on homes in the Claymont or Wilmington area, let me know. I can be reached at rem.herman@millmanrealty.com.

Wilmington is a much better area than Claymont. Check out 406 N. Union St, 19805. Great location, and still close to Philly.