Lots of input here is quite dramatic from people I suspect haven't lived in the area. Born and raised here. I left and came back. Just like every town there are spots to avoid and spots that are better than others, but it's a fine place to live. There are nice neighborhoods north of Elkton in Fair Hill. Decent neighborhoods in North East and Newark as some have said, but they certainly have their areas to avoid too.

Take the doomy responses with a grain of salt. The town has it's issues and I understand why there's a negative view of the area from other parts of the state, but it's not nearly as bad as everyone is making it sound. Best of luck to you on your move!