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North Branford, CT

North Branford is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. The town is part of the South Central Connecticut Planning Region. The population was 13,544 at the 2020 census. The town is primarily known for agriculture and other points of interest including Lake Gaillard and Northford Ice Pavilion. Wallingford, Durham, and North Haven border it to the north- East Haven to the west, Guilford to the east, and Branford to the south. The town has the neighborhoods of Totoket, Wood Chase, Sea Hill, Twin Lakes, Ashley Park, and Doral Farms. North Branford also includes the village of Northford.

This early mill and farming community was incorporated from Branford in 1831. The year prior, Maltby Fowler had opened a button-making shop. Its success along with the inventiveness of his six sons—who devised a range of machines to produce such things as screws, embossed silk, pins, and horseshoe nails—saw the rise of new manufactures along the town's Farm River. By the early 1900s, North Branford's abundant supply of trap rock, a material used for making roadways, made quarrying a growth industry. Today, the town's manufacturing sector is concentrated in electronics and electronic components.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 26.6 square miles (69.0 km²), of which 24.9 square miles (64.5 km²) is land and 1.7 square miles (4.5 km²) (6.49%) is water. Neighboring towns are Wallingford and Durham to the north, Guilford to the east, Branford to the south, and North Haven and East Haven to the west.

Much of the town's acreage is dominated by Totoket Mountain, part of the Metacomet Ridge, a mountainous trap rock ridgeline that stretches from Long Island Sound almost to the Vermont border. The north side of Saltonstall Mountain is also located in North Branford. Totoket Mountain contains Lake Gaillard, a reservoir, formed in 1926, and managed by the South Central Connecticut Regional Water Authority (SCCRWA). The SCCRWA maintains a network of hiking trails on Totoket Mountain in the Big Gulph area of Northford. The SCCRWA is said to own one-third of the town's area. Totoket Mountain, 720 feet high, is the highest point of the town in the Northford neighborhood.

Health and wellness are prioritized in North Branford, with a focus on providing quality healthcare services to residents. Northeast Medical Group Internal Medicine 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. Nature enthusiasts can explore Totoket Valley Park and Farm River State Park, which boast scenic trails and picnic areas for outdoor enjoyment. Additionally, locals can participate in nutrition and cooking classes, and practice yoga at local studios like Born Yoga. North Branford Parks, Recreation, and Senior Center is a great place for older adults to participate in wellness programs, fitness classes, and social activities aimed at promoting healthy living.

Top Sites in North Branford, CT are Shore Line Trolley Museum, North Farms Park, and Connecticut Sportsplex.

Population: 13,487 (2023). ZIP codes: 06471, 06472. Area codes: 203, 475. Elevation: 107 ft (35 m). Area: 26.7 sq mi (69.2 km²).

FAQs

What are the demographics of North Branford, CT?

With 13,415 people, North Branford is the 81st most populated city in the state of Connecticut out of 169 cities. The largest North Branford racial/ethnic groups are White (91.5%) followed by Hispanic (2.9%) and Asian (2.7%). In 2022, the median household income of North Branford households was $114,167. North Branford households made slightly more than Bethlehem households ($113,650) and Sherman households ($113,490). However, 2.3% of North Branford families live in poverty.

What county is North Branford, CT?

North Branford is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. The town is part of the South Central Connecticut Planning Region. The population was 13,544 at the 2020 census. The town is primarily known for agriculture and other points of interest including Lake Gaillard and Northford Ice Pavilion. Wallingford, Durham, and North Haven border it to the north- East Haven to the west, Guilford to the east, and Branford to the south.

Is North Branford, CT a good place to live?

North Branford is in New Haven County. Living in North Branford offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many retirees live in North Branford and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in North Branford are above average.

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Wikipedia

Town of North Branford

Connecticut Demographics

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The Shore Line Trolley Museum

North Farms Park

Connecticut Sportsplex

Northeast Medical Group Internal Medicine

Planet Fitness

Totoket Valley Park

Farm River State Park

North Branford Public Library

Born Yoga

North Branford Parks, Recreation, and Senior Center

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