Candlewood Shores, CT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
2/10
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Transit
2/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
3/10
visibility
Safety
10/10
local_library
Schools
8/10
local_airport
Airports
7/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
3/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
- visibility Safety
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Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
- school Colleges
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Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
534
332.4M (US)
Median Age
41.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
52.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
59.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$178,510
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
100.0%
88% (US)
Average Commute
30 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.2%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$399,400
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$875
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,509
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.0%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Western Connecticut Planning Region
2
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Western Connecticut Planning Region
1
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 12 | 26 |
| Feb | 3 | 11 | 30 |
| Mar | 4 | 9 | 38 |
| Apr | 4 | 2 | 49 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 58 |
| Jun | 5 | 0 | 68 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 73 |
| Aug | 5 | 0 | 71 |
| Sep | 5 | 0 | 64 |
| Oct | 5 | 0 | 52 |
| Nov | 4 | 1 | 42 |
| Dec | 4 | 8 | 32 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (46%) (48%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 53%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 5, CT State Senate District 30, CT State House District 107, CTSchools
The Goddard School
1 miles, E
Faith Prep School
2 miles, NE
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5
Huckleberry Hill Elementary School
2 miles, S
•
3.7
Brookfield High School
2 miles, E
•
4.1
Colleges
Western Connecticut State University
6 miles, SW
•
2.8
Harris School of Business-Danbury
6 miles, SW
Ricci's Academy of Cosmetology
10 miles, SE
Post University
19 miles, E
•
2.3
Hospitals
Danbury Hospital
5 miles, SW
•
2.3
Putnam Hospital Center
13 miles, W
•
4.1
Four Winds
18 miles, SW
Waterbury Hospital
20 miles, E
•
1.4
Airports
Westchester County Airport
32 miles, SW
•
1.4
Tweed-New Haven Airport
32 miles, SE
•
1
New York Stewart International Airport
34 miles, NW
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1
Bradley International Airport
50 miles, E
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2.8