Hampstead's population grew more than 70% between 2010 and 2020, and it hasn't slowed down much since, an unincorporated Pender County community that sits conveniently between Wilmington and Jacksonville, drawing commuters headed both directions, including military families connected to Camp Lejeune. For movers, that growth means a lot of brand-new construction alongside older established neighborhoods, sometimes on the same street.
About The Area
Known locally as something of a seafood hub thanks to its waterfront vendors and easy Intracoastal access, Hampstead sits about 13 miles from Surf City and Topsail Beach, giving residents beach access without beach prices. Hampstead Kiwanis Park is the community's main recreational anchor, a 53-acre park with athletic fields, a walking trail, and a playground, and Hampstead Marina serves the boating and fishing crowd directly in town.
schools & family info
Hampstead is served by Pender County Schools, and much of the town's growth has been driven specifically by families drawn to the area's schools, beach proximity, and shorter commute to both Wilmington and Jacksonville compared to living directly in either city.
Things To do
Golfers have two well-regarded courses close by, Olde Point Golf and Country Club and Castle Bay Golf Club, and Topsail Island's 26 miles of public beach access are a short drive north. Poplar Grove Plantation, a historic peanut plantation turned museum and market, sits just south of town, and Hampstead's ArtExposure gallery and studio adds a creative outlet for residents who aren't spending every weekend on the water.
Local Moving Tips
Because Hampstead is growing so quickly, US-17 traffic has become a real factor in local move timing, especially during commuter hours. Our crews plan around that, and confirm access for both established neighborhoods and brand-new construction (where roads and mail delivery sometimes lag the houses) during the free walkthrough.
Essential services
Big Green Box Moving serves Castle Hayne, Wilmington, Holly Ridge, Ogden, and Wrightsville Beach. Call (910) 242-4477 or contact us for a free moving estimate.
Yes, we regularly move families into newly built homes and confirm road and access details ahead of time when they're not yet fully established.
Since local moves are billed hourly, we plan around commuter traffic patterns where possible to help keep costs predictable.
Yes, we regularly help families relocating between Hampstead and the broader Jacksonville/Camp Lejeune area.
Hourly, based on a free in-person walkthrough, so your estimate reflects your actual home and access.
Our long-distance service keeps the same crew with your belongings from pickup to your new front door.
