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Chatham, Delaware
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 Chatham, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Chatham, Delaware
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Delaware |
| County | New Castle |
| Elevation | 371 ft (113 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 302 |
| GNIS feature ID | 217133 |
Chatham is a small community located in New Castle County, Delaware, in the United States. It's known as an "unincorporated community," which means it doesn't have its own local government like a city or town. Instead, it's part of the larger county.
Discovering Chatham's Location
Chatham is found in the state of Delaware, specifically within New Castle County. You can find this community south of where Delaware Route 261 and Silverside Road meet. It's a quiet area that's part of the wider Brandywine Hundred region.
A Look at Chatham's History
The Chatham neighborhood was built over a few years in the middle of the 20th century. Construction on the homes began in 1959. By 1962, all 235 houses in the neighborhood were finished. This means Chatham has been a home for families for over 60 years!
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