Ashcroft, Virginia facts for kids
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Ashcroft
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 Ashcroft
Location in Virginia
Ashcroft
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Virginia |
| County | Albemarle |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| GNIS feature ID | 1675176 |
Ashcroft is a small place located in Albemarle County, Virginia. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes or buildings that doesn't have its own local government. Instead, it's governed by the larger county it's part of.
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What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a special kind of place. It's not officially a city or a town. It doesn't have its own mayor or town council.
How They Are Governed
- People living in Ashcroft follow the rules of Albemarle County.
- The county provides services like police, fire, and schools.
- This is different from a city, which has its own local government.
Where is Ashcroft Located?
Ashcroft is found in the state of Virginia, in the United States. It's specifically located within Albemarle County.
Albemarle County, Virginia
Albemarle County is a large area in central Virginia. It includes the city of Charlottesville. Ashcroft is one of the many communities within this county.
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