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Holbrook, MA


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Holbrook, Massachusetts

Introduction to Holbrook, Massachusetts

Holbrook, Massachusetts, in Norfolk county, is 4 miles N of Brockton, Massachusetts and 14 miles S of Boston, Massachusetts. Part of the surrounding Boston metro area, Holbrook is home to some 10,785 residents.

Holbrook History

Originally, Holbrook was inhabited by the Algonquian-speaking peoples. In 1710, the town was first settled by Europeans. Originally, the town of Holbrook was a part of Old Braintree. During the 18th and 19th centuries, the industries of Holbrook mainly involved cottage trades and farming. It was incorporated on February 29, 1872. Prior to its incorporation, the town was known as East Randolph. The town was named after Elisha N. Holbrook who, upon its incorporation, provided funds for the library and town hall. During the American Civil War, many residents of Holbrook served the for the Union Army.

Holbrook and nearby Attractions

  • Fuller Craft Museum - Brockton
  • Museum of Science - Boston
  • Boston Children's Museum
  • Blue Hills Trailside Museum
  • Zoo New England
  • The Mall at Chestnut Hill

Things To Do In Holbrook

You can enjoy a number of recreational activities in Holbrook. There are many parks, playgrounds, shopping centers and restaurants here. There are many museums and historial sites in and around the city. The town also includes a number of churches and houses of worship.

Holbrook Transportation

International and domestic air transportation is available from Boston Logan International Airport.

Holbrook Higher Education

Massasoit Community College serves the area.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Holbrook Public Transportation Use
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)		Top 19%Holbrook Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Holbrook, MA

Comparing Holbrook 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 Men86
Well-Paid Single Women86
Age of the Population75
Senior Citizens78
Male Share of the Population75
Racial Diversity59
Female Share of the Population56
Children Under 5 Years Old45

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size76
Portion of People Married64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Median Family Income85
People in Middle Class or Better74
People Above Poverty74
College Educated Adults52

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Walking and Biking to Work34
Working at Home31
Short Commute Times24

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals68
People Living Alone46
Affordability of Property Taxes35
Affordability of Rents35
Housing Recently Built34
Seasonal and Vacation Housing21

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime83
Low Violent Crime64
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