BEDFORD, MA

Historic Town with easy access to Boston

Location

Bedford is located on the map of Massachusetts in Middlesex County-about fifteen miles northwest of Boston near the junction of routes 3 and 95 [128]. The Town may be accessed by car, and public transportation on the M.B.T.A. Taxi, shuttle and Logan Express connect to Boston’s Logan Airport. Surrounding towns are Lexington, Concord, Carlisle, Burlington, Billerica, and Lincoln.

The Town map shows a land area of almost fourteen square miles, with 65.54 miles of public roads. There are rivers, ponds, fields and forests saved as conservation lands. The Town maintains open spaces with walking trails and bikeways as well as athletic fields and parks for recreation.

History

Incorporated in 1729, the initial community of fifty households survived on farming and requisite industries. The Town’s history is documented in the Bedford collection at the Bedford Public Library. Visitors are drawn to view historic sites including homes, the Old Burying Ground, The Wilson Mill, the Job Lane House and the original Bedford Flag that was taken to the battle of Lexington and Concord in 1775. An historic park commemorating railroad activity in Bedford is planned by the town with support from Friends of Depot Park. Exploring Bedford, a walking/biking tour guide describing these sites, is available at the Library and the Bedford Chamber.

Population and Housing

Bedford’s 2012 population of 14,501 represents 5,400 households 9,823 voters. In 2011 per capita income was $48,879. In FY2013the median value of owner occupied housing was $518,100. Detailed demographic information is documented by the Massachusetts Department of Housing and Community Development.