About Our Area

Southwestern Durham is a strong community noted for its tree-lined streetscapes, attractive architecture, and green spaces. It's home to many neighborhoods including the venerable Parkwood (one of the oldest planned communities in Durham) and new neighborhoods springing up near the Streets of Southpoint mall.

I-40 and NC-54 run roughly east to west, and the area is connected to northern parts of Durham County by NC-55, Fayetteville Road, NC-751, Hope Valley Road and Garrett Road. It's convenient to RTP, RDU airport, and major highways. No wonder it's one of the fastest-growing parts of our county.

• Learn about our goals for smart growth
• Find links to maps detailing land uses, neighborhoods, and more
• See the Future Land Use Map from the Comprehensive Plan
• Find out about neighborhoods in our community
• Link to other organizations supporting smart growth and citizen concerns