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Griswold, CT

Griswold is a town in New London County, Connecticut, United States. The town is part of the Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region. The population was 11,402 at the 2020 census. Griswold contains the borough of Jewett City and the villages of Doaneville, Kaalmanville, Rixtown, Glasgo, Hopeville, Nathanieltown, and Pachaug.

Long a fishing ground for the Mohegan people, the waterways attracted settlers who established ironworks, saw and corn mills, and other businesses. The town of Griswold was originally the northern part of the town of Preston. The North Society was established in 1716 at the request of residents who had been traveling to Preston to attend church.

In the late 1700s, Eliezer Jewett opened several mills and an irrigation plant. His success led the area to be called Jewett City. The town of Griswold was incorporated in 1815, naming itself after Governor Roger Griswold. In 1895, Jewett City was incorporated as a borough of the town. Griswold contains Hopeville Pond State Park, the former site of a woolen mill.

The Pachaug and Quinebaug rivers flow through the town of Griswold, which is located at the northeastern edge of New London County. According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 37.1 square miles (96.0 km²), of which 34.7 square miles (89.9 km²) is land and 2.4 square miles (6.1 km²), or 6.37%, is water.

Griswold places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several healthcare facilities serving the community. Griswold Health Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. Back to Basics Chiropractic and Griswold Chiropractic provide holistic care with chiropractic treatments and massage therapy. The Spa at Norwich Inn offers luxurious spa treatments for a day of relaxation and rejuvenation. CrossFit Inguz provides high-intensity workouts to improve strength and endurance. 

The top sites in Griswold, CT are Pachaug State Forest, Camp Wightman, and Hopeville Pond State Park.

Population: 11,402 (2020). ZIP Codes: 06351. Area codes: 860, 959. Elevation: 210 ft (64 m). Area: 37.1 sq mi (96.0 km²).

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Is Griswold, CT expensive?

Griswold, Connecticut gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 106.8, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 6.8% higher than the U.S. average and 4.5% higher than the average for Connecticut. A typical home costs $291,100, which is 13.9% less expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 19.6% less expensive than the average Connecticut home, at $362,100. 

What is the crime rate in Griswold, CT?

Roughly similar to the national average, our analysis shows that your chance of becoming a victim of violent crime in Griswold is one in 767. Moreover, the rate of property crime in Griswold; burglary, larceny ($50 or more), grand theft auto, and arson; is 7 per 1,000 residents. These statistics provide valuable insights into the safety and security of the community, aiding residents and authorities in implementing appropriate measures to ensure public well-being.

What is the history of Griswold, CT?

Long a fishing ground for the Mohegan people, the waterways attracted settlers who established ironworks, saw and corn mills, and other businesses. The town of Griswold was originally the northern part of the town of Preston. The North Society was established in 1716 at the request of residents who had been traveling to Preston to attend church.

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Town of Griswold

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Pachaug State Forest

Camp Wightman

Hopeville Pond State Park

Griswold Health Center

Planet Fitness

Back to Basics Chiropractic

Griswold Chiropractic

The Spa at Norwich Inn

Heirloom Food Company

CrossFit Inguz

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