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Durham, NC vs New London, CT

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Rankings for Durham

Durham Ranked
#8 Most Competitive Public Colleges
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Durham Ranked
#16 Best Green Cities
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#18 Most Competitive Private Colleges
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#68 Most Comfortable Summer Cities
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Rankings for New London

New London Ranked
#13 America's Best and Worst Cities for Crime (Mid-Size Metro Areas)
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New London Ranked
#17 Best Green Cities
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New London Ranked
#67 2005 Best Places to Live
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#93 America's Migraine Hot Spots
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Reviews for Durham    43 Reviews

I was raised in this city, left for work in the 2010s, and returned in 2018. This city has changed a lot over the years for the better. Growing up there was not a ton to  More

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Over 4 years ago

I've lived in durham for a few years and my experience is coming from someone who has traveled all over the world and has lived in many different states. First things  More

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Over 4 years ago

I live here for my entire life and it has never gotten boring, I love the scenery, nightlife and basically everything here. There is always something new to do and  More

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Reviews for New London    2 Reviews

Over 17 years ago

all and out its not that bad it just depends where you  More

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A very Historic City; no place more than mile from Salt Water; beautiful public beaches; vibrant art, theatre and music scene; brand new Science and Technology Magnet  More

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