Preston Town, CT
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
8/10
home
Housing
5/10
visibility
Safety
8/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
7/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
- 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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Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- 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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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- 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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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
4,812
332.4M (US)
Median Age
46.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.6%
64% (US)
College-Educated
27.4%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$109,375
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.7%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$343,700
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$841
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,330
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
83.4%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
2
Norwich-New London-Willimantic Metro Area
2
Connecticut
2
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Southeastern Connecticut Planning Region
3
Norwich-New London-Willimantic Metro Area
3
Connecticut
2
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 4 | 10 | 26 |
| Feb | 3 | 10 | 29 |
| Mar | 5 | 6 | 36 |
| Apr | 5 | 2 | 47 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 56 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 66 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 71 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 62 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 51 |
| Nov | 5 | 2 | 42 |
| Dec | 4 | 8 | 32 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 55% of residents leaning left and 38% leaning right.
Liberal (56%) (38%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 41%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 2, CT State Senate District 18, CT State House District 45, CTSchools
Preston Veterans' Memorial School
1 miles, E
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3.2
Preston Plains School
2 miles, S
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3.2
Bishop School Early Learning Center
3 miles, NW
Veterans' Memorial School
4 miles, W
•
2.3
Colleges
Three Rivers Community College
5 miles, W
•
1.9
Connecticut College
11 miles, SW
•
3.2
United States Coast Guard Academy
11 miles, SW
Cortiva Institute-Groton
12 miles, SW
•
1.4
Hospitals
William W Backus Hospital
4 miles, NW
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4.1
Lawrence & Memorial Hospital
14 miles, SW
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3.2
Westerly Hospital
14 miles, S
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4.1
Windham Community Memorial Hospital
18 miles, N
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4.1
Airports
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
33 miles, E
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2.3
Bradley International Airport
45 miles, NW
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2.8
Tweed-New Haven Airport
49 miles, W
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1
Worcester Regional Airport
52 miles, NE
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1