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What BestPlaces Users Say about Hamden
Hamden, Connecticut is a small town located in the New Haven County. With a population of about 61,000, it is known for its diverse community, strong public schools, and close proximity to major cities like New Haven and Hartford. However, like any other place, it has its own unique characteristics and living experiences. In order to get a better understanding of what it's like to live in Hamden, let's take a look at some user reviews from Bestplaces.net.
According to user "Cynthia," who has lived in Hamden for 10 years, the town has a welcoming and friendly atmosphere. She says, "It's a town where you'll see people you know in the supermarket, and everyone is always willing to lend a helping hand." Similarly, user "John" praises the town's accessibility to amenities, saying, "Everything you need is within a short drive, from grocery stores to restaurants and entertainment options."
On the other hand, user "Jane" brings up the issue of high property taxes in Hamden. She states, "Taxes are quite high here, and it can be a burden for homeowners. It's something to consider before moving here." User "Mark" also mentions the town's traffic and road conditions, saying, "Traffic can be a nightmare during rush hour, and the roads are not always well-maintained."
However, overall, the majority of reviews on Bestplaces.net are positive, with users praising Hamden's tight-knit community and convenient location. As user "Samantha" puts it, "I've lived in Hamden my whole life and I wouldn't want to be anywhere else. It's a great place to raise a family and offers a good balance between suburban and city living."
based on 6 ReviewsGet to know Hamden with the latest comments and reviews from people who live in or have visited Hamden
Crime - 4/26/2014
Crime is very low in my town the Police Officers live in the town so they care more about their
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Wims - 1/1/2013
I have worked at seven different elementary schools, not including my student teaching experiences, and Wintergreen by far surpasses them on every level. We are dedicated and professional. We also do what's in the best interest of the children. I would not work anywhere else.
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Durham a great place? - 10/25/2012
Sounds like this is a great city . Change and Diversity are both good and are what makes America what it is today. Prior to having committed to relocating, perhaps you should have did a thorough check of demographics as well as any other concerns ...political, ethnic/social, religious, educational etc. that you knew were of importance to you. But really we all need to leave the profiling out of our daily
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Hamden - 10/11/2009
It is a peaceful town, friendly people, lots of green (it has many parks), close to University of Quinipiac. We leave a block away from down town so we can not complain about confort when it comes to finding near by restaurants, pharmacies, supermarkets, coffie shops, etc.. We have been living in Hamden for two years and it will sad to leave it, but my job requires to relocate in Taunton, Ma. no later than first month of next year so it is a must. Any way, all we can say is that if you ever think of coming to live in this area of Connecticut, think about doing house hunting in
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Expensive - 11/22/2007
Hamden is a nice town. Not built up too much but the cost of living is
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Hamden, a small New England town - 10/25/2007
Hamden is part of New Haven county. Yale University is located in New Haven along with other colleges. New haven offers many cultural things, it has several famous museums associated with Yale University, several theatres, a symphony orchestra and many other cultural venues.
New England is a very picturesque place, with beautiful season changes. However, Hamden is an expensive town to live in, especially for retired people. It has high propery taxes and high state
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