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Bellingham, MA

Bellingham is a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 16,945 at the 2020 census. The town sits on the southwestern fringe of Metropolitan Boston, along the rapidly growing "outer belt" that is Interstate 495. It is formally a part of the Boston–Cambridge–Quincy metropolitan statistical area, as well as the Providence metropolitan area. For geographic and demographic information on the census-designated place Bellingham, please see the article Bellingham (CDP), Massachusetts.

The area of the town south of the Charles River constituted the southwestern corner of the Dedham Grant, which sprouted much of what has become Norfolk County. The land was swampy, and the town of Dedham did not believe it worthy of settlement. The area north of the river would be purchased by Edward Rawson, and due to the settlement of borders with the surrounding communities, these two areas would eventually merge. Most of the land to be called Bellingham was originally a portion of Dedham. 

The first land bought in Bellingham that was Dedham was purchased in 1696 by a man who believed that the government is best which governs least. By 1713, there were enough citizens to warrant village meetings in the area. By 1718, the village petitioned for separation, and the town officially incorporated on November 27, 1719. The village was originally named "Westham" (short for "West Dedham"), but at the time of incorporation, its name was changed to Bellingham without a record of the benefactor. The town is named for Richard Bellingham, an early governor of the Massachusetts Bay Colony.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 19.0 square miles (49.2 km2), of which 18.5 square miles (47.9 km2) is land and 0.5 square mile (1.3 km2) (2.58%) is water. The town's mean elevation is 293 feet (89 m) above sea level.

Bellingham is located at the southwestern corner of Norfolk County, just northwest of the northeastern corner of Rhode Island. It is bordered by Medway on the north, Franklin to the east, Wrentham to the southeast; Woonsocket, Rhode Island, on the south; Blackstone, Hopedale, and Mendon to the west, and Milford to the northwest. Bellingham is 23 miles (37 km) southeast of Worcester, 30 miles (50 km) southwest of Boston, and 20 miles (30 km) north of Providence.

Bellingham places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Milford Regional Medical Center offers a top-notch medical staff and a full spectrum of high-quality, state-of-the-art healthcare services. CrossFit Tri-County and USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga provide a fully equipped gym and various fitness classes to keep you in shape. For fitness enthusiasts, Fitness Together provides personalized training sessions to help achieve fitness goals. Those who prefer group workouts can join classes at Btone Fitness in nearby Hanover. If you enjoy outdoor activities, Island Grove Park and Green Street Park offer beautiful spaces for walking, jogging, and playing sports.

Top sites in Bellingham, MA are New England Country Club, Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park, Regal Bellingham, and Stallbrook Marketplace.

Population: 4,939 (2023). ZIP code: 02019. Area codes: 508, 774. Elevation: 89 m (293 ft). Area: 49.2 km² (19.0 sq mi).

FAQs

Is Bellingham, MA a nice place to live?

Bellingham is an unincorporated community situated within Norfolk County, Massachusetts with plenty of things to do during your stay here. Popular attractions include Lakeview Shopping Center where families can enjoy numerous activities such as attending concerts or browsing unique stores and eateries plus Blue Hills Reservation which provides beautiful views of the area's pristine surroundings! Very large metro area set on the coast and rolling hills of New England. Primary industries include technology and college. Noteworthy assets include shoreline, state capital, and college town.

What is the crime rate in Bellingham, MA?

Bellingham has an overall crime rate of 11 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Bellingham is 1 in 89.  Bellingham's crime rate is lower than approximately 25% of Massachusetts communities. However, compared to other communities of similar population size, Bellingham has a crime rate that is noticeably lower than the average. This means that for comparably sized cities all across America, Bellingham is safer than most according to NeighborhoodScout's exclusive analysis of FBI crime data.

Is it expensive to live in Bellingham, MA?

Bellingham, MA is a great place to live with a relatively low cost of living. The median home value in the city is $326,000, which is much lower than the state average. The median household income is also slightly below the state average and the cost of living index for Bellingham is 98.8, making it 8.2 points lower than the national average. Additionally, groceries, utilities, and transportation in Bellingham tend to be cheaper than in other parts of Massachusetts as well. All these factors contribute to Bellingham's affordability and make it a desirable place to live.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Bellingham

Best Places

Neighborhood Scout

New England Country Club

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park 

Regal Bellingham 

Stallbrook Marketplace

Milford Regional Medical Center

CrossFit Tri-County

USMMA Martial Arts and Yoga

Fitness Together

Btone Fitness

Island Grove Park

Green Street Park

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