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Leicester, Massachusetts

Introduction to Leicester, Massachusetts

Leicester, Massachusetts, in Worcester county, is 5 miles W of Worcester, Massachusetts and 44 miles W of Boston, Massachusetts. The town is conveniently located inside the Worcester metropolitan area. There are an estimated 10,471 people in Leicester.

Leicester History

Although no significant battles of the American Revolution were fought in the region that is today known as Leicester, the citizens of the area played a major role in the beginning of the conflict. Leicester thus holds an important place in the history of America. The town of Leicester was first settled in the year 1713. It was officially incorporated in 1714.

Leicester and nearby Attractions

  • Leicester Historical Society
  • Playoff Arcade
  • American Bowling Lanes
  • Yamate Amusements
  • National Amusements
  • AMF Bowling Centers-AMF Bowling Lanes

Things To Do In Leicester

The city offers a variety of things to do for people of all ages and tastes. One can embark on a sightseeing trip with family members or friends and explore the various tourist attractions situated in and around the city or get educated on the history of Leicester in one of the many historical buildings.

Leicester Transportation

The local airport to Leicester is Worcester Regional.

Leicester Higher Education

The nearest college that serves the city is Worcester State College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)		Top 12%Leicester Low Property Crime
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)		Top 15%Leicester Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Leicester, MA

Comparing Leicester 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 Men85
Well-Paid Single Women85
Male Share of the Population75
Age of the Population53
Female Share of the Population46
Senior Citizens45
Children Under 5 Years Old35
Racial Diversity37

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Average Household Size88
Portion of People Married86

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
People Above Poverty86
People in Middle Class or Better86
Median Family Income86
College Educated Adults62

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use76
Walking and Biking to Work57
Short Commute Times47
Working at Home31

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing86
Affordability of Rents69
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals67
Affordability of Property Taxes58
People Living Alone35
Housing Recently Built34

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers		Compared
to State
Low Property Crime96
Low Violent Crime65
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