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Lynnfield, MA

Lynnfield is a town in Essex County, Massachusetts, in the United States. At the 2020 census, the town population was 13,000. Lynnfield initially consisted of two distinct villages with a single governing body. Lynnfield Center comprises mostly an agricultural population, while South Lynnfield boasts a mixed culture. Together, the two towns evolved into one of the most prosperous suburbs in the North Shore region of Massachusetts.

The town of Lynnfield was first settled in 1638 and was made a district separate from Lynn in 1782. It was later officially incorporated in 1814. Historically, Lynnfield functioned as two separate villages connected by one governing body: in Lynnfield Center resided a mostly agricultural population, while South Lynnfield was a crossroad situated amongst neighboring larger towns. During this time, the town had two inns, a granite rock quarry, a small carbonated beverage bottler, and various eating institutions.

The stagecoach line north from Boston to Portsmouth, New Hampshire, known locally as the "Newburyport Turnpike", ran through South Lynnfield. Later this roadway became U.S. Route 1, the route which brought many people north to the small town during the post-World War II population surge. Lynnfield had attractions such as horse shows and ballroom dancing. Lynnfield has since become a modern, chiefly residential suburb of Boston.

Along with the communities of Chelsea, Lynn, Salem, Marblehead, Danvers, Middleton, Andover, Methuen, Haverhill, Amesbury, and Salisbury, Lynnfield was a part of "The Gerry-mander" so described by the Boston Gazette on March 26, 1812.

Lynnfield is located at 42°31′40″N 71°1′42″W (42.527895, −71.028348). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 10.5 square miles (27.1 km2), of which 9.9 square miles (25.6 km2) is land and 0.58 square miles (1.5 km2), or 5.58%, is water. The Ipswich River forms the northern border of the town, and several brooks cross through the town. Several lakes and ponds dot the town, including Suntaug Lake, Reedy Meadow, Pillings Pond, and Walden Pond (a less famous cousin of the one in Concord). A portion of the Lynn Woods Reservation is located in the southeast corner of town, and the northwest part of town lies part of Camp Curtis Guild, a Massachusetts National Guard base that also contains lands in the neighboring towns. The highest part of the town lies on Middleton Hill in the northern part of town.

Lynnfield lies along the western border of Essex County and is bordered by the Middlesex County towns of Wakefield to the southwest, Reading to the west, and North Reading to the north and northwest. Within Essex County, the town is bordered by Middleton to the north, Peabody to the northeast, Lynn to the southeast, and Saugus to the south. The town commons lies 9 miles (14 km) west of Salem, 14 miles (23 km) north of Boston, and 15 miles (24 km) south of Lawrence.

Lynnfield places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Lahey Health Hub Lynnfield offers primary care, urgent care, and specialty care like cardiology and orthopedics

To enjoy a tranquil yoga session, visit Solstice Power Yoga - Lynnfield. At Edge Fitness Clubs, you can find comprehensive fitness programs and state-of-the-art equipment. Pure Barre Lynnfield offers low-impact, high-intensity workouts that are perfect for strengthening and toning. CycleBar Lynnfield offers premium indoor cycling classes that provide a high-energy workout. To enjoy the outdoors, visit Lynn Woods Reservation for hiking, biking, and nature walks. Title Boxing Club provides powerful boxing workouts designed to build strength and endurance. 

Top Sites in Lynnfield, MA are Breakheart Reservation, MarketStreet Lynnfield, and Reedy Meadow Golf Course.
 

ZIP code: 01940. Area: 10.5 sq mi (27.1 km2). Elevation: 30 m. Area code: 339 / 781. Population: 12,925 (2022).
 

FAQs

Is Lynnfield, MA a nice town?

Lynnfield is a suburb of Boston with a population of 12,925. Lynnfield is in Essex County and is one of the best places to live in Massachusetts. Living in Lynnfield offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Lynnfield, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks.

Is Lynnfield, MA wealthy?

Lynnfield is a mature, affluent, residential community with excellent access to the Boston employment base. Due to its location in the Boston area employment base, Lynnfield has historically maintained well-above-average wealth and income and historically low unemployment compared with the nation. Several new projects have been completed during the past few years along Route 1. In addition, various housing developments are underway townwide, which officials believe will continue to add to the property tax base.

What towns border Lynnfield, MA?

According to the US Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 10.5 square miles, of which 9.9 square miles (25.6 km2) is land and 0.58 square miles (1.5 km2), or 5.58%, is water. Lynnfield lies along the western border of Essex County and is bordered by the Middlesex County towns of Wakefield to the southwest, Reading to the west, and North Reading to the north and northwest. Within Essex County, the town is bordered by Peabody to the northeast, Lynn to the southeast, and Saugus to the south.

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Wikipedia

Town of Lynnfield

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Breakheart Reservation

MarketStreet Lynnfield

Reedy Meadow Golf Course

Lahey Health Hub Lynnfield

Solstice Power Yoga - Lynnfield

Edge Fitness Clubs

Pure Barre Lynnfield

CycleBar Lynnfield

Lynn Woods Reservation

Title Boxing Club
 

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