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Cromwell, CT

Cromwell is a town in Middlesex County, Connecticut, United States, located within the Lower Connecticut River Valley Planning Region. The population was 14,225 at the 2020 census.

The land where Cromwell is now located was once named for the Mattabesset, a region and settlement that was once home to Eastern Algonquian language-speaking Native Americans. This may have included the Tunxis, Quinnipiac, Wangunk, and the Wappinger. In 1651, the Mattabesset settlement was incorporated as a town by English settlers. By 1653, the colonists had renamed the settlement Middletown.

The area now known as Cromwell was referred to by many names before separating from Middletown. It was commonly referred to as the Upper Houses or Upper Middletown. Upper Middletown is surrounded by natural barriers; such as the Connecticut River, and Mattabesset River, and by ridgelines in the North and West. By 1715, the Upper Houses had 50 households, their school, a church, and a cemetery. Before the creation of the new cemetery in January 1713, burials took place in Middletown. The earliest burial is that of Martha Gipson, who died in February of that year. As Middletown began to emerge as one of the busiest ports in New England, the Upper Houses also boasted its expansion of maritime industries. As industry expanded within the Upper Houses a merchant class grew with it. Some of the village's wealthier families owned slaves. Middletown was then incorporated as a city in 1784.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 12.9 square miles (33 km²), of which, 12.4 square miles (32 km²) is land and 0.5 square miles (1.3 km²) (4.03%) is water.

The riverfront of the area often experiences freshet during the changing of the seasons. While minor flooding has occurred since Colonial times, occasionally more serious flooding occurs; such as the historic floods of March 1936,1955, Hurricanes Connie and Diane, and the most recent serious flood in 1984.

A major north-south highway, Interstate 91, with two Cromwell exits, runs through the Town. The Central Connecticut Expressway (Route 9), opened at the end of 1989, enhances the Town's location as it connects I-95 in Old Saybrook, I-91 in Cromwell, and I-84, the State's major east-west highway in New Britain.

Cromwell places a strong emphasis on the health and well-being of its residents. Middlesex Health Primary Care and Grove Hill Medical Center offer comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Anytime Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. The Cromwell Recreation Department provides numerous programs, including fitness classes and sports leagues. For gym enthusiasts, Planet Fitness offers state-of-the-art equipment and personal training sessions. Yoga lovers can visit Body Karma Studio, which provides various yoga and wellness classes. The Cromwell Martial Arts provides training in martial arts and self-defense. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy Watrous Park, which features walking trails and sports facilities.

The top sites in Cromwell, CT are the Fair Weather Growers Fall Fest and Corn Maze, River Highlands State Park, and Cromwell Landing.

Population: 14,302 (2021). ZIP Codes: 06416. Area codes: 860, 959. Elevation: 128 ft (39 m). Area: 13.5 sq mi (35.0 km²).

FAQs

What is the crime rate in Cromwell, CT?

With a crime rate of 32 per one thousand residents, Cromwell has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 32. Within Connecticut, more than 98% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Cromwell.

Is Cromwell, CT a good place to live?

Cromwell is in Middlesex County and is one of the best places to live in Connecticut. Living in Cromwell offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Cromwell and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Cromwell are above average.

What is Cromwell, CT famous for?

Originally part of the Mattabesset settlement, in 1651, the area became known as Middletown Upper Houses—being separated from Middletown by the Sebethe River. Named after Oliver Cromwell, an English military and political leader, the town today has two distinct historic districts, the Main Street Historic District and the Middletown Upper Houses Historic District. Both of these areas are on the National Register of Historic Places. 

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Cromwell

Connecticut History

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

Fair Weather Growers Fall Fest and Corn Maze

River Highlands State Park

Cromwell Landing

Middlesex Health Primary Care

Grove Hill Medical Center

Anytime Fitness

Cromwell Recreation Department 

Planet Fitness 

Body Karma Studio

Cromwell Martial Arts

Watrous Park

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