Living in Stratham

Stratham is an affluent town in Rockingham County between Exeter and Portsmouth, known for its rural character despite sitting along the busy Route 33 and Route 108 corridors. Stratham Hill Park and surrounding farmland preserve much of the town's open space. The town's schools rank among the state's best, drawing families to Stratham despite a lack of traditional downtown commercial district. A cluster of retail and auto dealerships along Route 33 provides convenient shopping without disrupting the town's residential core. Housing costs in Stratham run well above the state average, reflecting demand from families seeking top schools within easy reach of the Seacoast's job centers and beaches. The town draws affluent households and executives commuting to Portsmouth or the broader Seacoast region.