Hamden, Connecticut
Population: 56,913
Located in New Haven County
Settled in 1638, Hamden was once part of New Haven. It separated and incorporated in 1786, but still retains strong ties to the larger city. It is a commercial extension of New Haven along Dixwell Avenue and an extension of New Haven's fine older homes along Whitney Avenue. Hamden is bordered by hills to its west and north. There are some old and new larger homes spaced throughout the town, but the housing consists mostly of single-family units. There are many apartment buildings and condominiums. Zoning ranges from city lot to larger acreage away from the center. Most of the residents of Hamden formerly lived in New Haven. While many are still employed there, Hamden has a growing number of businesses and manufacturing plants of its own. It's location at the junction of the Wilbur Cross Parkway and State Route 10 brings it within easy reach of other neighboring communities. A large and well-staffed school system serves the town's children. Eight elementary schools, two middle school and a high school combine to make the public education system. The basic education program is supplemented by special education, vocational education, and a program for gifted students. There is also adult evening education. Hamden also supports a complete parochial system as well as Hamden Hall, a private coed day school. Shopping can be done locally or in New Haven for all types of stores and commercial services. The health director implements mental health services and the public health nursing association is well organized and serves several towns in the region. Recreational activities take advantage of the beautiful natural setting in Hamden. Located 10 minutes to the north of New Haven, and central to many commercial sectors in new Haven County, Hamden is an ideal place to live and work. With 52,000 residents located in approximately 33 square miles, Hamden's residents have the best of both worlds - proximity to urban life, with a community feeling all of its own. Hamden is a lovely community of neighborhoods, which perfectly blends urban and suburban living. Hamden also offers an active business environment. The Town Economic Development Department offers significant Tax Incentives, and a Loan Program and Technical Assistance Program for small businesses. With a variety of lifestyles, and many employment opportunities, the community of Hamden offers a cost-effective approach to the easy Connecticut lifestyle for which the state is so well-known. Like to shop? With extensive in-town shopping and more adjacent in New Haven, there is no reason to leave the greater Hamden area. With two public golf courses, four tennis court areas, public swimming pools and 18 municipal parks, Hamden offers much for the weekend warrior. Home to Sleeping Giant State Park, the Hamden Parks and Recreation Council sponsors many programs in athletics as well. Other public areas include West Rock Ridge State Park, Naugatuck State Forest, East Rock Park and Brooksvale Park, totaling more than 3,000 acres. Hamden has a large school district with nine elementary schools, all of them offering the best in education and Hamden now has a state-of-the-art high school, with all the latest amenities and some of the best teachers in the state! With affordable homes, highly respected schools, with a landscape rich in hills and walking trails and an abundance of shops and restaurants, Hamden is a wonderful place to live.
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