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Granby, Connecticut

Introduction to Granby, Connecticut

Granby, Connecticut, in Hartford county, is 13 miles N of West Hartford, Connecticut and 93 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. Part of the surrounding Hartford metro area, Granby is home to some 10,347 residents.

Granby History

Granby was a part of Simsbury, Connecticut until the late 1700s. It became independent towards the end of the century and was incorporated in 1786. The community of Granby adopted its name from John Manners, the Marquess of Granby.

Granby and nearby Attractions

  • Salmon Brook Settlement
  • Ethel L Austin Library
  • Salmon Brook Historical Society
  • Beach Brook
  • McLean Game Refuge
  • Enders State Forest

Things To Do In Granby

While in Granby, one can visit local attractions like the Hempsted Hill Club, the Granby Town Hall and the Ethel L. Austin Library. The Salmon Brook Historical Society organizes various cultural events throughout the year. The town’s beautiful water bodies are also popular spots. In addition, the Granby Grange Agricultural Fair is held in the town every September.

Granby Transportation

Bradley International Airport is about 10 miles away.

Granby Higher Education

The University of Hartford, Westfield State College and Manchester Community College offer opportunities for higher education.

High Points

Granby strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Connecticut):

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)		Top 8%Granby College Educated Adults
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 11%Granby Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 14%Granby Low Violent Crime

Comparative Profile of Granby, CT

Comparing Granby to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Connecticut (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Male Share of the Population98
Age of the Population86
Children Under 5 Years Old69
Senior Citizens33
Female Share of the Population24
Racial Diversity22

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married109
Average Household Size88

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults109

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing85

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime98
Low Violent Crime96

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