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Somerset, MA

Somerset is a town in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 18,303 at the 2020 census. It is the birthplace and hometown of Clifford Milburn Holland (1883–1924), the chief engineer and namesake of the Holland Tunnel in New York City.

Somerset is a part of the South Coast region of Massachusetts which encompasses the communities that surround Buzzards Bay (excluding the Elizabeth Islands, Bourne, and Falmouth), Mount Hope Bay, and the Sakonnet River.

Somerset is located at 41°44′54″N 71°9′11″W (41.748502, −71.153188). According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 12.0 square miles (31 km2), of which 8.1 square miles (21 km2) is land and 3.9 square miles (10 km2), or 32.30%, is water. It borders Mount Hope Bay and Narragansett Bay, and its east border is formed by the Taunton River, an arm of that bay.

Somerset is bordered by Swansea on the west, Dighton on the north, Fall River on the east (across the Taunton River), and Bristol, Rhode Island, to the south. The border with Bristol is located in the middle of the bay. Cities close to Somerset include Fall River, New Bedford, Attleboro, and Providence, and the town is one hour's drive south of Boston.

The town is accessed via Interstate 195, which enters the town via the Braga Bridge from Fall River and has an exit at Route 103. It is also connected via the Veterans Memorial Bridge, the fourth bridge to cross the Taunton River between the town and the city. The Veterans Memorial Bridge carries U.S. Route 6 and Route 138 across the river. Route 6 heads east-west towards Swansea, with several shopping plazas along the route. Route 138 travels north from the bridge along County Street, the town's main north-south thoroughfare, towards Dighton. Route 103's eastern terminus lies at the former intersection of Routes 6 and 138 just south of the new bridge. It heads south-southeast for three-quarters of a mile before turning west-northwest towards Swansea, crossing into that town at a bridge over Lee's River. Due to the controversy in Fall River over the proposed building of an LNG terminal, town officials have considered keeping the old Brightman Street Bridge open, as the tankers would not fit through it, and the terminal's proposed site is upriver of the bridges. However, as of the opening of the new bridge, the bridge is closed, as the old roads leading to it on the Fall River side have been removed to make way for the new bridge's ramp system.

Somerset has a bus service along Route 6 provided by the Southeastern Regional Transit Authority (SRTA). The nearest regional bus service is in Fall River, and the nearest rail service is in Providence. There are plans in the works to bring commuter rail service to Fall River by 2023, which would give the town rail access to Boston. The town's nearest regional airport is in New Bedford, 18 miles (29 km) away. Until the late 1990s, the nearest airport was in Fall River; however, the airport closed due to various issues. The nearest national airport is T. F. Green Airport in Rhode Island, 27 miles (43 km) away. The nearest international airport is Logan International Airport, 55 miles (89 km) away in Boston.

Somerset places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Morton Hospital and Charlton Memorial - Hospital offers a top-notch medical staff and a full spectrum of high-quality, state-of-the-art healthcare services. Balance A Fitness and Wellness Studio is a welcoming and inclusive fitness studio where you can kickstart your fitness goals. At the top of the list is The Light House Wellness which provides a serene environment for yoga enthusiasts. Those seeking a mix of fitness and fun can visit Cycle Barn Studio for engaging cycling classes. Another excellent facility is True Balance Pilates, ideal for those focused on core strength and flexibility. For holistic wellness, The Salt Spa and Spirits Experience at Moi Health and Wellness provides rejuvenating spa treatments.

Top sites in Somerset, MA are AMF Somerset Lanes, Teamworks Somerset, and Village Waterfront Park.

Population: 18,303 (2023). ZIP codes: 02725, 02726. Area codes: 508/774. Elevation: 50 ft (15 m). Area: 12.0 square miles (31 km2).
 

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What cities are close to Somerset, Massachusetts?

Somerset is bordered by Swansea on the west, Dighton on the north, Fall River on the east (across the Taunton River), and Bristol, Rhode Island, to the south. The border with Bristol is located in the middle of the bay. Cities close to Somerset include Fall River, New Bedford, Attleboro, and Providence, and the town is one hour's drive south of Boston.

Is Somerset, MA a good place to live?

Somerset is in Bristol County. Living in Somerset offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Somerset, there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many retirees live in Somerset and residents tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Somerset are above average.

What is the crime rate in Somerset, MA?

Somerset 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 Somerset is 1 in 94. How does Somerset fare compared to other communities in Massachusetts of all population sizes? Somerset's crime rate is lower than approximately 29% of Massachusetts communities.

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Wikipedia

Town of Somerset

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

AMF Somerset Lanes

Teamworks Somerset 

Village Waterfront Park

Morton Hospital

Charlton Memorial - Hospital

Balance A Fitness and Wellness Studio

The Light House Wellness

Cycle Barn Studio

True Balance Pilates

Moi Health and Wellness

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