In 2009, and then again in 2012, Hedingham was named Community of Distinction in the category of Very Large Mixed Use Communities by the North Carolina Chapter of the Community Associations Institute. Hedingham is a small community featuring a private lake, such amenities as 2 swimming pools, tennis courts, playgrounds, an athletic club, and a golf course. With local swim and basketball teams among many other activities for families with children of all ages, Hedingham is a great community to raise a family. Situated just a few miles north of Downtown Raleigh, Hedingham provides quick access to the 440 Beltline as well as 540 Outer Loop and therefore, the tech hub at Research Triangle Park.