Town Highlight: Clayton

Clayton, located Clayton, North Carolina, is home to beautiful art, recreation, and culture. According to US Census estimates, the population of Clayton has grown by 35% in the past five years, making their current population over 20,000. Due to a combination of affordable home prices, good schools, and overall small-town charm, Clayton is a great place to raise a family, and may reduce your overall cost of living.

Clayton is filled with so much to do and is only a few miles away from Downtown Raleigh and Research Triangle Park! Enjoy a night at The Clayton Center, which functions mainly as a concert venue, but is also available for weddings, conferences, and other events. Beautiful Pace Farms is the perfect place for a family adventure picking strawberries and exploring the seasonal produce. Epic Axe is a new, exciting place where you can enjoy the night out with adult beverages and ax throwing at an affordable price! Visitors say it is truly an experience you don’t want to miss. 
Deep River Brewing Company is Johnston County’s first legal brewery and has some tasty brews, while also hosting a trivia night, a run club, and food trucks throughout the week. Nearby is whiskey and cocktail lounge Revival 1869 which features live jazz acts from near and far for a unique nightlife experience. Do you enjoy the outdoors? You will undoubtedly want to head to Clemmons Educational State Forest, which offers classes from park rangers about the terrain and outdoor educational workshops in addition to picnic areas and hiking trails.

The schools in Clayton are part of the Johnston County School District, and many of them are highly ranked and well-loved by parents in the district. Since the schools are under the administration of Johnston County, the Clayton district is much smaller in size than the neighboring Wake County Public School System. Many parents feel that there is a more personalized educational experience for students here. Schools like West Clayton Elementary and Clayton High School continue to maintain an excellent reputation for high-quality education and equity.

Clayton is the perfect place to settle if you prefer a small town with easy access to the city. With favorable home prices, great schools, and a lot of things to do, it is no wonder that Overall, Clayton is the perfect place to settle if you prefer a small town with easy access to the city. With favorable home prices, great schools, and a lot of things to do, it is no wonder that Clayton has become one of the fastest-growing towns in the Triangle. 

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