Windsor Locks Town, CT

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 6/10
local_airport Airports 4/10
school Colleges 6/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
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
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Strong Performance. Well-regarded schools with above-average academic outcomes, dependable graduation success, and solid support for college preparation.

Residents

Population
12,555 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
63.3% 64% (US)
College-Educated
26.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$90,417 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.1% 88% (US)
Average Commute
23 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
5.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$236,800 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$782 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,073 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
78.0% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Capitol Planning Region
3
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford Metro Area
3
Connecticut
2

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Capitol Planning Region
3
Hartford-West Hartford-East Hartford Metro Area
3
Connecticut
2

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 15 23
Feb 2 13 27
Mar 4 9 33
Apr 4 2 46
May 4 0 56
Jun 4 0 66
Jul 4 0 71
Aug 4 0 69
Sep 4 0 60
Oct 4 0 49
Nov 4 2 39
Dec 4 11 29

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a Democratic stronghold, with 54% of residents leaning left and 41% leaning right.

Liberal (54%) (41%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 52%
Other 7%

Schools

Windsor Locks High School
<1 miles, S 3.7 star
South Elementary School
<1 miles, SE 2.8 star
Windsor Locks Middle School
1 miles, E 2.3 star

Colleges

Asnuntuck Community College
6 miles, NE 1.9 star
Bay Path University
10 miles, NE 2.3 star
University of Hartford
10 miles, SW 2.8 star

Hospitals

St Francis Hospital & Medical Center
11 miles, SW 4.1 star
Rockville General Hospital
11 miles, SE 2.3 star
Manchester Memorial Hospital
12 miles, S 2.3 star

Airports

Bradley International Airport
2 miles, NW 2.8 star
Worcester Regional Airport
46 miles, E 1 star
Tweed-New Haven Airport
48 miles, SW 1 star
Theodore Francis Green State Airport
64 miles, SE 2.3 star