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Grafton, Massachusetts

Introduction to Grafton, Massachusetts

Grafton, Massachusetts, in Worcester county, is 7 miles SE of Worcester, Massachusetts and 33 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. The town benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Worcester metropolitan area. Grafton contains a population of approximately 14,894.

Grafton History

Grafton was originallty a 'Praying Indian' village and was known as Hassanamessit, or Hassanamisco. The Nipmuc tribes were the original inhabitants. In 1718, it was first settled by Europeans, and has contributed significantly to the progress and success of the American Industrial Revolution of 1793. The town was incorporated on April 18, 1735. During the Cold War, the town of Grafton was famous for being a strategic nuclear target. The Wyman Gordon Company that installed the largest metal forge at that time is also located in North Grafton. The town was named after Charles Fitzroy, the Duke of Grafton.

Grafton and nearby Attractions

  • Lake Ripple
  • White City Amusement Park in Shrewsbury
  • Brigham Hill Wildlife Area and Brigham Hill Preserve
  • Gebelein Sanctuary

Things To Do In Grafton

Grafton has a lot to offer if you enjoy hiking and wildlife. The town also includes a number of historical sites, amusement parks and other entertainment options. One can enjoy swimming, fishing and boating in Grafton.

Grafton Transportation

The nearest major airport is Boston Logan International.

Grafton Higher Education

College of the Holy Cross serves the area.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 2%trophyGrafton Low Property Crime
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)		Top 18%Grafton Well-Paid Single Women

Comparative Profile of Grafton, MA

Comparing Grafton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Massachusetts (State):

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Women97
Well-Paid Single Men97
Children Under 5 Years Old79
Male Share of the Population64
Female Share of the Population57
Age of the Population52
Racial Diversity47
Senior Citizens34

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Portion of People Married85
Average Household Size65

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
College Educated Adults86
Median Family Income86
People in Middle Class or Better85
People Above Poverty74

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Working at Home97
Public Transportation Use65
Short Commute Times35
Walking and Biking to Work23

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built67
People Living Alone46
Affordability of Rents47
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals46
Affordability of Property Taxes35
Seasonal and Vacation Housing21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime109
Low Violent Crime75
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