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Raynham, MA

Raynham is a town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States, located approximately 32 miles (51 km) south of Boston and 22 miles (35 km) northeast of Providence, Rhode Island. The population was 15,082 at the 2020 census. It has one village, Raynham Center.

The area that is now Raynham was settled in 1639 as a part of Taunton and was founded by Elizabeth Pole, the first woman to found a town in America. It was to that area three years earlier that Roger Williams, a proponent of the separation of church and state, of paying Indians for land acquired and abolishing slavery, had escaped, traveling 55 miles during a January blizzard. He was fleeing a conviction for sedition and heresy of the General Court of Salem, and it was here that the local Wampanoags offered him shelter at their winter camp. Their Sachem Massasoit hosted Williams for three months until spring.

In 1652, bog iron was found along the Two Mile (Forge) River. Soon after, the Taunton Iron Works was established by residents James and Henry Leonard. It was the first successful iron works established in what was then Plymouth Colony and operated from 1656 to 1876.[2] It was not the "First Iron Works in America", as proclaimed on the Town's official seal, having been predated by the Saugus and Braintree iron works. The success of the Taunton Iron Works, however, led to the establishment of other iron works throughout the colonies.

Raynham played a key part in King Philip's War. The Leonards had forged a friendship before the war began with King Philip, who lived in the area. It is said that Philip agreed to spare the town from mass destruction if the Leonards repaired his troops' weapons in their iron forge.

The eastern end of Taunton was separated from that town and incorporated as Raynham on April 2, 1731, named after the English village of Raynham in the county of Norfolk, England. Many ships' hulls were built along the Taunton River in Raynham, which were sailed down the river towards Fall River and Narragansett Bay for final fittings. The town also had other small manufacturing industries, but for the most part, it was known for its rural and agrarian base.

Raynham places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Morton Hospital offers a top-notch medical staff and a full spectrum of high-quality, state-of-the-art healthcare services. Raynham Athletic Club provides a comprehensive gym experience with a variety of fitness classes and personal training options. For a more holistic approach, Garden of Life Massage & Yoga Center offers therapeutic massages. Pure Pilates is another great option for core strength and flexibility. The Boys & Girls Club of Metro South offers numerous youth sports and fitness programs. For those who prefer outdoor activities, Borden Colony Recreation Area has walking trails and sports fields. The Edge Fitness Clubs offers a wide range of fitness equipment and classes. 

Top Sites in Raynham, MA are Ryan Family Amusements, Raynham IcePlex, and Raynham Flea Market.
 

ZIP Code: 02767. Elevation: 25 m. Area code: 508/774. Area: 20.9 sq mi (54.0 km2). Population: 15,142 (2020).
 

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What is Raynham MA known for?

Raynham was established in 1731 as a distinct and separate township carved out of the northeast corner of the “Town” of Taunton. Known as the site of the earliest successful iron works (1652), Raynham continues today as a thriving, successful community. Once a rural hamlet, the town is fast becoming a suburban bedroom community.

What is the average income in Raynham, MA?

Raynham Center, MA is home to a population of 5.07k people, of which 97.9% are citizens. As of 2022, 15.8% of Raynham Center, MA residents were born outside of the country (800 people). In 2022, the median household income of the 1.65k households in Raynham Center, MA grew to $98,984 from the previous year's value of $87,299.

What is the crime rate in Raynham, MA?

Raynham has an overall crime rate of 12 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 Raynham is 1 in 85. How does Raynham fare compared to other communities in Massachusetts of all population sizes? Raynham's crime rate is lower than approximately 23% of Massachusetts communities.

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Wikipedia

Town of Raynham

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

Data USA

Ryan Family Amusements 

Raynham IcePlex 

Raynham Flea Market

Morton Hospital

Raynham Athletic Club 

Garden of Life Massage & Yoga Center

Pure Pilates

Boys & Girls Club of Metro South

Borden Colony Recreation Area

The Edge Fitness Clubs

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