Stratford Downtown, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 3/10
directions_run Walkability 4/10
directions_bus Transit 4/10
directions_car Commute 5/10
home Housing 5/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Walkability Challenges. Walking is possible for a few errands, but most trips require driving or other transportation due to distance or infrastructure limitations.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Limited Options. Public transportation is present but inconsistent or poorly connected, often requiring reliance on other travel methods.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
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
1,758 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$73,875 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
91.4% 88% (US)
Average Commute
33 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$291,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$983 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,205 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
68.3% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Greater Bridgeport Planning Region
1
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

Greater Bridgeport Planning Region
2
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury Metro Area
1
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 9 29
Feb 3 9 32
Mar 4 5 39
Apr 4 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 68
Jul 4 0 73
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 4 0 65
Oct 4 0 54
Nov 4 1 44
Dec 4 5 35

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 52% of residents leaning left and 42% leaning right.

Liberal (52%) (42%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 42%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 6%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, CT State Senate District 21, CT State House District 120, CT
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Schools

Stratford High School
<1 miles, W • 3.7 star
St James School
<1 miles, SW
Wilcoxson School
<1 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Nichols School
<1 miles, NW • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Housatonic Community College
4 miles, W • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Bridgeport Hospital
2 miles, W • 3.2 star
St Vincent's Medical Center
4 miles, NW • 2.3 star
Griffin Hospital
10 miles, NE • 3.2 star
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Airports

Tweed-New Haven Airport
13 miles, E • 1 star
Long Island MacArthur Airport
28 miles, S • 1.4 star
Westchester County Airport
32 miles, W • 1.4 star
Laguardia Airport
49 miles, W • 4.6 star
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