Townsend is a town located in New Castle County, in the state of Delaware (DE), United States. Nestled in the South Atlantic division of the South region, it covers an area of 0.6 square miles (2.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of 64 ft. With a population of approximately 346 residents, Townsend offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 47.98% males and 52.02% females, and it has a population density of 586.44 people per square mile (226.43/km²). Townsend lies at a latitude of 39.39 and a longitude of -75.69, operating in the UTC-5.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (4.9%), followed by English (26.9%), German (11%), and Scotch-Irish (0%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 19734.