[6] Much of that growth can be attributed to the town's proximity to the Research Triangle area and access to major highways such as I-40 and US 70.

Downtown Raleigh is 16 miles (26 km) northwest of Clayton via US 70 Business and Interstate 40.

Many local unincorporated communities outside of the town limits use Clayton mailing addresses, including Cleveland, Powhatan, and Flowers.

These figures put Town of Clayton well ahead of the North Carolina averages for the same categories.

Sites listed on the National Register of Historic Places include:[14] Bailey and Sarah William Preserve has seven miles of multi-use trails for walking and biking.

ft. facility that has a 1/16th mile indoor track, a fitness center, large gymnasium, an art and potter classroom.

[16] Clayton Community Park is a 42-arce park, which offers a variety of activities including a 1/2 mile paved trail, three baseball fields, volleyball courts, picnic shelter, unpaved wetlands, and two playground areas.

[17] East Clayton Community Park features soccer and baseball fields, a disc golf course, picnic areas, a walking trail, and a playground.