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Wrentham, MA

Wrentham is a town in Norfolk County, Massachusetts, United States. The population was 12,178 at the 2020 census.

In 1660, five men from Dedham were sent to explore the lakes near George Indian's wigwam and to report back to the selectmen what they found. The report of those men, Daniel Fisher, Anthony Fisher, Sgt. Fuller, Richard Ellis, and Richard Wheeler were received with such enthusiasm that in March 1661 it was voted to start a new settlement there. The Town then voted to send Ellis and Timothy Dwight to go negotiate with King Phillip to purchase the title to the area known as Wollomonopoag.

They purchased 600 acres of land for £24, 6s. The money was paid out of pocket by Captain Willett, who accompanied Ellis and Dwight. The Town voted to assess a tax upon the cow commons to repay him, but some thought the money should be paid by those who would be moving to the new village. The dispute resulted in Willet not being paid back for several years. 

After the boundaries of the new community were set, the Town voted to give up all rights to the land in return for the proprietors paying Dedham £160 over four years, beginning in 1661. By January 1663, however, little progress had been made towards establishing a new village. A meeting was called, and the 10 men who volunteered to go raised several concerns about their ability to move forward.

After much discussion, it was decided not to give the 600 acres to the group of pre-selected men, but rather to lay out lots and then award them by lottery. Those who already began to improve their lots were allowed to keep them, and land for a church, burial ground, training ground, roads, and officer lots were not included. All were free to buy and sell their lots.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 22.9 square miles (59 km2), of which 22.2 square miles (57 km2) is land and 0.7 square miles (1.8 km2) (3.14%) is water. Wrentham is bordered by Norfolk on the north, Foxboro on the east, Plainville and Cumberland, Rhode Island on the south, Bellingham on the southwest, and Franklin on the west. It has two large lakes towards the center of town, Lake Pearl and Lake Archer, as well as Mirror Lake on the Wrentham/Norfolk border and numerous smaller lakes. Sheldonville, or West Wrentham, is a rural section of Wrentham located on the western leg of town. Sheldonville still maintains a unique identity as the old farming section of Wrentham, has active commercial orchards, and has its own ZIP Code (02070). Wrentham drains into four watersheds. They are the Charles River to the north, the Taunton River to the east, the Blackstone River to the west, and the Ten Mile River to the south.

Wrentham is the only town of that name in the United States. It is named after the village of Wrentham, Suffolk, England. The only other Wrentham is Wrentham, Alberta. Wrentham, Massachusetts, is by far the most populous of the three.

Wrentham places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Enhance your yoga practice at Open Doors Yoga Studios. The Miriam Hospital offers a top-notch medical staff and a full spectrum of high-quality, state-of-the-art healthcare services. Start your journey at the Wrentham Village Premium Outlets, where you can engage in brisk walking amidst the shops.  For a more structured workout, visit Sheehan Training, which provides a full range of fitness classes and personal training sessions. Unwind with a relaxing massage at Massage Therapy Clinic, or explore holistic treatments at The Right Touch Day Spa. For aquatic activities, Aqua Mobile Private Swimming Lessons provides excellent swimming programs for all ages.

Top Sites in Wrentham, MA are Wrentham Village Premium Outlets, Supercharged Entertainment, Energy Athletics: Brand New Ballgame, and White Barn Farm. 
 

ZIP Codes: 02093; 02070 (Sheldonville). Area code: 508/774. Elevation: 77 m (253 ft). Area: 22.9 square miles (59 km2). Population: 12,178 (2020).
 

FAQs

Is Wrentham, MA a nice place to live?

Wrentham is a suburb of Boston with a population of 12,173. Wrentham is in Norfolk County and is one of the best places to live in Massachusetts. Living in Wrentham offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Wrentham, there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Residents of Wrentham tend to lean liberal. The public schools in Wrentham are highly rated.

What is the crime rate in Wrentham, MA?

The crime rate in Wrentham is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 17 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Wrentham is 1 in 60. Based on FBI crime data, Wrentham is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Massachusetts, Wrentham has a crime rate that is higher than 90% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes. 

What are the demographics of Wrentham, MA?

With 12,543 people, Wrentham is the 158th most populated city in the state of Massachusetts out of 351 cities. The largest Wrentham racial/ethnic groups are White (91.7%) followed by Two or More (3.1%) and Asian (2.1%). In 2022, the median household income of Wrentham households was $151,833. Wrentham households made slightly more than Littleton households ($151,488) and Boxborough households ($151,207). However, 1.5% of Wrentham families live in poverty.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Wrentham

Niche

Massachusetts Demographics

Neighborhood Scout

Wrentham Village Premium Outlets 

Supercharged Entertainment

Energy Athletics: Brand New Ballgame 

White Barn Farm

Open Doors Yoga Studios

The Miriam Hospital

Sheehan Training

Massage Therapy Clinic

The Right Touch Day Spa.

Aqua Mobile Private Swimming Lessons

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