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Bedford, NY

Bedford is an incorporated town in Westchester County, New York. The population was 17,309 at the 2020 census. Bedford is located in the northeastern part of Westchester County and contains the three hamlets of Bedford Hills, Bedford, and Katonah.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 39.4 square miles (102.1 km²), of which 37.2 square miles (96.3 km²) is land and 2.2 square miles (5.8 km²), or 5.70%, is water. The town is bordered to the west by Mount Kisco and the town of New Castle, to the south by Armonk in the town of North Castle, to the north by Lewisboro, and the east by Pound Ridge.

The Cross River Reservoir is situated in the northern portion of the town. The town is part of the Croton River watershed. The northern portion of the Byram Lake Reservoir is situated on the southern limits of the town.

The Mianus River runs throughout the town of Bedford. The northernmost point of the river is also located in the town. The river originates in a series of small ponds in Armonk and flows north into the town of Bedford. The river flows north along Greenwich Road and begins to turn just south of the Bedford Village Town Park before crossing Greenwich Road. The river reaches its northernmost point at the entrance of Middle Patent Road. The river then runs south and enters the Mianus River Gorge Preserve which is located in the town of Bedford. The river flows south through the entirety of the Mianus River Gorge Preserve and eventually leaves the town and enters Stamford, Connecticut.

The town of Bedford was founded on December 23, 1680, when 22 Puritans from Stamford, Connecticut, purchased a tract of land three miles square known as the "Hopp Ground" from Chief Katonah and several other Native Americans for coats, blankets, wampum, and cloth.

Bedford was made a part of Connecticut in 1697 when a patent fixed the boundaries as a six-mile square. Only when King William III of England issued a royal decree in 1700 settling a boundary dispute did Bedford become part of New York.

The town served as the county seat of Westchester County during the American Revolutionary War after the Battle of White Plains, until Bedford was burned by the British in July 1779. British forces led by Lieutenant Colonel Banastre Tarleton burned the town leaving only one structure standing in the town. After the Revolution, Bedford was made one of two seats of county government, alternating with White Plains, until 1870. Westchester County's oldest government building is the Court House in Bedford village, which was built in 1787 and renovated in the 1960s.

Stepping Stones - Historic Home of Bill & Lois Wilson (respective cofounders of Alcoholics Anonymous and Al-Anon Family Groups), Bedford Village Historic District, Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts, Palmer-Lewis Estate and The Woodpile are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Bedford places a strong emphasis on health and wellness. Northern Westchester Hospital is a premier healthcare facility dedicated to providing compassionate and advanced medical care to the community. Ward Pound Ridge Reservation is the largest park in Westchester County, offering visitors over 4,300 acres of pristine woodlands, rolling hills, and scenic trails for hiking, picnicking, and nature exploration. Additionally, The Bedford Village Green offers a tranquil place for residents to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The Yoga Loft combines luxurious accommodations with yoga classes and wellness programs, emphasizing relaxation and rejuvenation. For those seeking comprehensive fitness solutions, Bedford Pilates & Fitness Studio provides personalized training sessions, group fitness classes, and a range of cardio and strength equipment, promoting physical health in a supportive environment. The Club Pilates Bedford offers specialized Pilates sessions focusing on core strength and flexibility, complemented by therapeutic massage services for holistic well-being.

Top sites in Bedford, NY are Bedford Playhouse, Mianus River Gorge Preserve, Katonah Museum of Art, and Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts.

Population: 17,309 (2023). ZIP codes: 10506, 10507, 10536, 10549. Area code:914. Elevation: 381 ft (116 m). Area: 39.42 sq mi (102.10 km²).

FAQs

What is the average income in Bedford, NY?

There are a total of 692 households in Bedford, each made up of around 3 members. Family establishments represent 74.71% of these Bedford households, while non-family units account for the remaining 25.29%. Additionally, 33.24% of households have children and 66.76% of households are without children. The average annual household income in Bedford is $321,203, while the median household income sits at $250,001 per year.

Is Bedford, NY a good area?

Bedford is a suburb of New York City with a population of 17,179. Bedford is in Westchester County and is one of the best places to live in New York. Living in Bedford offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Bedford there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many young professionals live in Bedford and residents tend to have moderate political views. The public schools in Bedford are highly rated.

What is the crime rate in Bedford, NY?

The rate of violent crime in Bedford is 0.6206 per 1,000 residents during a standard year. People who live in Bedford generally consider the south part of the city to be the safest for this type of crime. Your chance of being a victim of violent crime in Bedford may be as high as 1 in 1,065 in the northwest neighborhoods, or as low as 1 in 2,099 in the south part of the city.

Sources

Wikipedia

Town of Bedford

Northern Westchester Hospital

The Yoga Loft 

Bedford Pilates & Fitness Studio

Club Pilates Bedford

Hudson Valley

Slow Medicine

Niche

Point 2 Homes

Crime Grade

Bedford Playhouse

Mianus River Gorge Preserve 

Katonah Museum of Art 

Caramoor Center for Music and the Arts

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