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Wolcott, CT

Wolcott is a town in New Haven County, Connecticut, United States. The town is part of the Naugatuck Valley Planning Region. It is primarily residential, with a population of 16,142 as of the 2020 United States Census.

The town was settled in the 1730s by English settlers of the Connecticut Colony and was known as Farmingbury. It was renamed as Wolcott after being incorporated in 1796, following the United States gaining independence. Some early records spell it as Wolcutt.

The early towns of Waterbury and Farmington occupied a great deal of west-central Connecticut in the Naugatuck River Valley and Farmington River Valley at the end of the 17th century. At that time, the borderlands between these two towns were known as Farmingbury, a term derived from the two town names.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 21.1 square miles (55 km²), of which 20.4 square miles (53 km²) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km²), or 3.22%, is water.

Although there are no natural lakes of significant size in Wolcott, several man-made reservoirs have been created from the damming of small rivers and brooks. Scovill Reservoir, also known as Woodtick Reservoir, covers 121 acres (49 ha) and was built by damming the Mad River in central Wolcott. Originally constructed in 1917 to supply water for the Scovill Manufacturing Company, a brass manufacturing mill, it is now a town-owned recreational lake. Other reservoirs that are at least partially contained within Wolcott include Chestnut Hill Reservoir, Hitchcock Lake, Southington Reservoir #2, New Britain Reservoir (which extends east into neighboring Southington, Connecticut), and Cedar Lake and Dunham Mill Pond (both of which extend north into neighboring Bristol, Connecticut).

The highest point in New Haven County is found in Wolcott atop Lindsley Hill, which has an elevation of approximately 1,046 feet above sea level.

Wolcott places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Bristol Health Medical Group and Chesprocott Health District offer 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. For personalized fitness and wellness plans, Anytime Fitness offers group classes and personal training sessions. Those seeking holistic wellness can visit Body & Soul Day Spa for a range of treatments. Yoga enthusiasts will enjoy classes at Hands To Heart Yoga And Wellness. For a family-friendly fitness environment, the Wolcott Youth Center offers programs and activities for children and teens.

Top sites in Wolcott, CT are The Mark Twain House & Museum, Peterson Memorial Park, and Farmingbury Hills Golf Course.

Population: 16,142 (2020). ZIP code: 06716. Area codes: 203, 475. Elevation: 853 ft (260 m). Area: 21.1 sq mi (54.6 km²).

FAQs

What is the average income in Wolcott, CT?

Wolcott is a residential community located in northern New Haven County with a land area of 21.6 square miles and a population of 16,232. There are about 6,500 total housing units with a median sales price of $259,000. The median household income in Wolcott is $103,523.Wolcott has a mayor and town council form of government. The nine-member town council is comprised of three members from each of the town’s three voting districts.

What is Wolcott, CT is known for?

Wolcott is located in a centralized area of Connecticut. It is home to beautiful hiking trails, recreation areas, and farms. Known for its beautiful golf course, Wolcott has scenic beauty all around it. A newer addition to the area is Shebeen Brewing Company where you could sip and enjoy some delicious Connecticut-made beer. 

Is Wolcott, CT a good place to live?

Wolcott is in New Haven County. Living in Wolcott offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals live in Wolcott and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Wolcott are highly rated.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Wolcott

Niche

CT Visit

Central CT Chambers

The Mark Twain House & Museum

Peterson Memorial Park

Farmingbury Hills Golf Course

Bristol Health Medical Group

Chesprocott Health District

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Body & Soul Day Spa

Hands To Heart Yoga And Wellness

Wolcott Youth Center

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