Bellingham Town, MA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 6/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 7/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
17,160 332.4M (US)
Median Age
38.4 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
71.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
40.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$120,966 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
95.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
38 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.5% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$425,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$933 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,523 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Norfolk County
3
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Norfolk County
2
Boston-Cambridge-Newton Metro Area
3
Massachusetts
3

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 51% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (43%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 12 26
Feb 3 10 29
Mar 5 7 36
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 57
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 70
Sep 4 0 62
Oct 5 0 50
Nov 4 1 41
Dec 4 9 31

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

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Schools

Bellingham Memorial School
<1 miles, SW · 2.8star
Bellingham High School
<1 miles, SE · 4.1star
Keough Memorial Academy
3 miles, SW · 3.2star
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Colleges

Dean College
4 miles, E · 1.4star
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Hospitals

Milford Regional Medical Center
5 miles, N · 3.2star
Landmark Medical Center
5 miles, SW · 4.1star
Sturdy Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SE · 1.4star
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Airports

Worcester Regional Airport
24 miles, NW · 1star
Manchester Airport
59 miles, NE · 1.4star
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