Connecticut Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Wallingford, Connecticut

Population: 40,822

Located in New Haven County

Wallingford is a thriving community with a healthy industrial and commercial base and a number of new housing developments. The emphasis is still on silverplate and stainless steel manufacturing, and there is light industry in town and in the 1000-acre industrial park shared with Meriden. Despite its manufacturing base, there is still plenty of land left for building, and the citizens of Wallingford enjoy a pleasant residential lifestyle and a strong sense of community.

Wallingford's residents cover many income groups, including employees of local industries and increasing number of professional and middle managers who commute to New Haven, Hartford, and parts of Fairfield County.

Wallingford is very proud of its school system, which includes seven elementary, two middle and two high schools. Vocational-agricultural and technical programs are also available at the secondary level. Wallingford is also home to the prestigious Choate Rosemary Hall, a renowned preparatory school. At Choate, students can get exposure to concerts, lectures, and theater productions, while receiving an excellent education.

Shopping is available along Main Street and Route 5, while larger items can be found at nearby Meriden Square Mall. Wallingford is served by 2 hospitals, as well as a rehabilitation center. Despite its inland location, many residents claim the title of boat-owner and travel the mere 20 miles to get to Long Island Sound. There are 2 private golf courses, as well as fishing, swimming, and picnicking. Oakdale Musical Theater and Oakdale Tavern prove very popular attractions.

New Haven County
One of the largest attractions to New Haven County is Yale University. The beautiful gothic campus is both scenic and rich in cultural activities. Some of the cultural attractions include a symphony orchestra, several theaters, and many museums and historic preservations. The rest of the county is home to many classic New England mill towns. This region once produced many goods such as hats, brass, and shirts. Many of the old mills have been "recycled" and are now producing high-tech items like electronics, aerospace components, and biopharmaceuticals.