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Windsor Locks, Connecticut

Introduction to Windsor Locks, Connecticut

Windsor Locks, Connecticut, in Hartford county, is 11 miles N of Hartford, Connecticut and 85 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is located in the Hartford metropolitan area. Windsor Locks has a population of 12,043.

Windsor Locks History

Windsor Locks was originally known as Pine Meadow. It was officially incorporated as the Town of Windsor in 1854. The name Windsor Locks is a reference to a set of canal locks which were opened in 1829 and were a part of the Enfield Falls Canal. The Dexter Corporation was established in this area in 1767 and is the oldest corporation listed on the NYSE.

Windsor Locks and nearby Attractions

  • Noden-Reed Park
  • New England Air Museum
  • Northwest Park
  • King House Museum
  • Penwood State Park
  • Airways Golf Course and Country Club

Things To Do In Windsor Locks

The town is home to many spots which are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Windsor Locks is also home to several parks which are well facilitated and provide opportunities for varied recreational activities.

Windsor Locks Transportation

Bradley International Airport is just 2 miles away.

Windsor Locks Higher Education

Courses in higher education are offered at Manchester Community College, the University of Hartford, Trinity College and Springfield College.

High Points

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

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Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 18%Windsor Locks Low Property Crime

Comparative Profile of Windsor Locks, CT

Comparing Windsor Locks 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
Age of the Population85
Senior Citizens78
Male Share of the Population75
Racial Diversity57
Female Share of the Population56
Children Under 5 Years Old35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married53
Average Household Size53

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults52

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing73

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime96
Low Violent Crime84

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