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Wolcott, Connecticut

Introduction to Wolcott, Connecticut

Wolcott, Connecticut, in New Haven county, is 4 miles NE of Waterbury, Connecticut and 78 miles NE of New York, New York. The town is included in the Waterbury metropolitan area. As of the year 2000 census, 15,215 people lived in Wolcott.

Wolcott History

John Alcock arrived here from New Haven in 1731, becoming the first European to settle in Wolcott. He was a rich landowner who built a house on Spindle Hill and was soon followed by other early settlers. Wolcott was officially incorporated in 1796.

Wolcott and nearby Attractions

  • Peterson Park
  • Farmingbury Hills Country Club
  • Hitchcock Lake
  • Mount Southington Ski Area
  • Railroad Museum of New England
  • Lock Museum of America

Things To Do In Wolcott

The Wolcott Country Fair is a local event held every August, featuring several entertaining programs and activities. Those who enjoy spending time in the outdoors often spend their days hiking through the Mattatuck Trail. The Woodtick Recreation Center, with its numerous recreational facilities, is popular among residents and visitors alike. The Mount Southington Ski Area is also nearby.

Wolcott Transportation

Bradley International Airport provides air transportation facilities.

Wolcott Higher Education

Higher education can be pursued from Naugatuck Valley Community College, Quinnipiac University and Central Connecticut State University.

High Points

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

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Comparative Profile of Wolcott, CT

Comparing Wolcott 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 Population75
Age of the Population74
Senior Citizens55
Children Under 5 Years Old46
Female Share of the Population46
Racial Diversity35

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married98
Average Household Size99

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults53

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing84

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime109
Low Property Crime85
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