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Winchester Area Facts

Winchester has a Livability Score of 91_/100, which is considered exceptional
Winchester crime rates are 72% lower than the Massachusetts average
Cost of living in Winchester is 61% higher than the Massachusetts average

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Family Friendly

Family friendly

Public transit is accessible

Public transit is accessible

Walkable to grocery stores

Walkable to grocery stores

Yards are well-kept

Yards are well-kept

Lots of parks

Lots of parks

Walkable to restaurants

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Safe at night

Pet-friendly

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

Streets have sidewalks

Quite Area

A quiet area

Sense of community

Sense of community

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Winchester Reviews

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Great town outside of Boston 5 rating By Anonymous ( Sep 13, 2019) Winchester is a beautiful town outside of Boston. It is very expensive but that's because it's such a wonderful place. It's very safe with good schools, nice scenery and a nice downtown. I wish I lived in Winchester! ...Read More Read Less

Winning In Winchester, MA 4 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) Living in Winchester creates a volley of issues for those who don't love New England winter, the Patriots, and real northern culture. I know the winters can be harsh, but that is only part of the year. If you enjoy activities such as hiking or fishing, I have some great news for ...Read More you about Winchester, we got you covered.

The Medford Boat Club is the place to go for all things boating related and involving the waters. I have yet to make a meeting this year, but When you give a visit to the Middlesex Fells Reservation keep one thing in mind. This is a real nature reserve, and things can hurt you, so best to be prepared.

I know that no city review is complete without an overview of the city itself. Believe me, when I tell you that I have read enough of these to know the importance of such information! Winchester is perfect in every way and a great place to raise a family! Read Less

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Winchester Awards

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A+ Amenities

Are there many local amenities in Winchester? Yes, there are lots of amenities close to this location.

Parks

Palmer Playground

Firth-Glengarry Historic District

Middlesex Park

Town Common

Winchester Center Historic District

Elliot Park

Everett Avenue-Sheffield Road Historic District

Ginn Field

Entertainment

Griffin Museum of Photography

Woburn Bowladrome

Pickerel Rock

Central Street Historical District

Cyrus Dallin Art Museum

Arlington Center Historic District

Regent Theatre

Jason Russell House

Food & Drink

La Patisserie

D'Agostino's Delicatessen

Liquor Junction

Bruegger's Bagels

Black Horse Tavern

Nourish Your Soul

Frozen Hoagies

First House Pub

A+ Commute

Is public transit available in Winchester? Of all people who commute, 10.5% take public transportation in Winchester.

Drive to Work

67%

10% lower than the US average

Take Public Transit

11%

5% higher than the US average

Walk to Work

1%

2% lower than the US average

F Cost of Living

What is the cost of living in Winchester? The cost of living in Winchester is 211/100 - which is 61% higher than Massachusetts.

111% more expensive than average

31% more expensive than average

National cost of living index

A+ Crime

What is the crime rate in Winchester? Winchester crime rates are 400, which are 72% lower than Massachusetts

400 per 100k people

81% lower than the US average

Chance of being a victim

81% lower than the US average

Year-over-year crime

Year over year crime is down

A+ Employment

What is the median income in Winchester? The median income in Winchester is $260,290 which is 145% higher than Massachusetts.

Median household income

$260,290220% higher than the US average

Income per capita

$124,347177% higher than the US average

Unemployment rate

61% lower than the US average

A+ Health & Safety

Is Winchester a healthy and safe place to live? Yes, there are many hospitals, police and fire stations.

Hospitals

Winchester Hospital Center for Cancer Care

Winchester Hospital

Pharmacies

Winchester Drug

CVS Pharmacy

Doctors

Audiology and Hearing Solutions, Inc

B+ Housing

What are Winchester home prices? Winchester home prices are $1,758,709 - which is 182% higher than Massachusetts

Median home value

$1,758,709438% higher than the US average

Median rent price

$3,067112% higher than the US average

32% higher than the US average

A+ Schools

Does Winchester have good schools? The Winchester graduation rate is 97% - which is 11% higher than Massachusetts

High school grad. rates

17% higher than the US average

School test scores

69% higher than the US average

Student teacher ratio

13% lower than the US average

A+ User Ratings

Is Winchester a good place to live? Winchester has an overall rating of 91% from 10 reviews.

Overall user rating

10 total ratings

User reviews rating

2 total reviews

User surveys rating

8 total surveys