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Addison, TX

Addison is an incorporated town in Dallas County, Texas, United States. Addison is situated to the immediate north of the city of Dallas, with a 2020 census population of 16,661. 

Addison and Flower Mound were the only two Texas municipalities labeled "towns" with a population greater than 10,000 at the 2010 census; since then the municipalities of Prosper and Trophy Club—also identified as towns—have also exceeded 10,000 in population estimates.

Addison is located at 32°57′28″N 96°50′6″W, within the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metropolitan statistical area. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 4.4 square miles (11 km2), all land. Addison Airport covers roughly half of the town's area. Addison is bordered by Dallas to the north, east, and south, Carrollton to the west, and Farmers Branch to the west and south.

Addison was originally part of Peter's Colony. The future town site was settled as early as 1846 when Preston Witt built a house near White Rock Creek. In 1849, the Witt family opened a gristmill. In 1880, settler Sidney Smith Noell purchased a large tract of land south of what is now Belt Line Road. In 1888, Noell, together with W.W. Julian and W. E. Horten, donated land to the St. Louis, Arkansas and Texas Railway, a predecessor of the St. Louis Southwestern Railway (known as the Cotton Belt), for a coaling station. 

The first substantial industry in the community was a cotton gin, opening in 1902. In 1903, the Cotton Belt built a depot and a 12 mi (19 km) branch line leading south to Dallas, named the site Noell Junction, and started passenger train service from the small depot to the city. In 1904, a post office opened; however, there was already a community named Noell in Leon County, Texas, so the new community changed its name to Addison, after Addison Robertson, a local resident who would later serve as the community's second postmaster from 1908 to 1916. Also in 1904, Julian platted the first six city blocks.

For those seeking quality healthcare services, Addison is in close proximity to prestigious medical facilities, including the Medical City Dallas Hospital. Residents can access comprehensive healthcare resources, ensuring their well-being is taken care of within the city and the broader Dallas-Fort Worth area. Explore the parks, facilities, and health and wellness programs offered by the Addison Parks and Recreation Department. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Stride Fitness, Luxury Health Club & Fitness Center and Athletic Club. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Addison, such as the Addison Trail and the North Addison Park. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Addison, TX include the Mary Kay Museum, Vitruvian Park, Addison Circle Park.

Population: 16,661 (2020). Elevation: 644 feet (196 m). Area: 4.36 sq mi (11.28 km2). ZIP Code: 75001. Area code: 972. 

FAQs

What is Addison, TX known for?

Addison is home to the Cavanaugh Flight Museum, the largest collection of flying warbirds in the Southwest. Addison Airport is among the busiest General Aviation airports in Texas and is home to a variety of FBOs.  Addison Parks are among the most beautiful in the state with more than 75,000 tulips are planted each spring in Addison parks.

Is Addison, TX a good area?

Addison is a suburb of Dallas with a population of 17,026. Addison is in Dallas County and is one of the best places to live in Texas. Living in Addison offers residents an urban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Addison there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Addison and residents tend to lean liberal.

What is the crime rate in Addison, TX?

With a crime rate of 87 per one thousand residents, Addison has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 11. Within Texas, more than 99% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Addison.

Sources

Wikipedia 

City of Addison

Medical City Dallas Hospital

Addison Parks and Recreation Department

Stride Fitness

Luxury Health Club & Fitness Center 

Athletic Club

Addison Trail 

North Addison Park

Mary Kay Museum

Vitruvian Park

Addison Circle Park

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