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Westwood

Welcome to Westwood

Quality and luxury rolled into a pleasant package 

Settled in 1641 and the last town to officially separate from Dedham in 1897, Westwood became its own independent town. Residents wished to separate themselves from Dedham's overly involved political aspects and thus focused their effort on showing their progression while preserving the land around them to form their town. Today, Westwood is a quiet town with a charming sense of community. Boasting quality education, Westwood is known for its top-scoring students in national tests.

Westwood has various businesses to ensure that the town continues to support itself and keep the spirit of its independence alive.  

What to Love

  • Gorgeous homes with curb appeal 
  • Quality education 
  • Small town feel
  • Proximity to Boston

Local Lifestyle

A beautiful suburban community Westwood is located conveniently close to Boston. A quick ride on one of its rail lines will take residents wherever they need to go to take advantage of its own amenities and those of neighboring towns.

A town filled with cultured, affluent people and surrounded by towns with the same mindset, Westwood is an area with many notable people living in it for its comfortable livability.

Dining, Shopping & Entertainment

Westwood has various options for dining and shopping. You will find it within the town no matter what you’re looking for.

A cozy, comfortable atmosphere awaits at The Toast Office. This diner serves a variety of homestyle cuisines prepared with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Combined with its friendly staff and splendid decor. It is a great place to enjoy a family meal.

Residents go to Del Frisco's Grille for a modern fine dining experience. With an excellent ambiance, this steakhouse serves American classics with only the freshest ingredients. Enjoy a glass of an award-winning selection of wine or a beautifully handcrafted cocktail while you enjoy a signature meal.

Lambert’s Rainbow Market is a local staple for all your grocery needs and a delicious lunch. Having been in business for over 65 years, Lampert’s provides local and imported grocery goods and boasts a high-quality deli and salad bar.

University Station is the place to be for the rest of your shopping needs. With various stores throughout, along with places to stop and grab a bite to eat, University Station provides enough amenities to give you the best experience possible.

Things to Do

Westwood celebrates a rich history and culture with various venues, annual events, and activities. Those who enjoy a mixture of entertainment will never run out of things to enjoy in Westwood.

The annual Greek Festival is held annually at the Saint Mark of Ephesus Orthodox Cathedral of Boston. Residents enjoy handmade Greek food and music and explore the culture surrounding it. 

Providing an enriching educational and empowering experience, Hale has been built on a foundation of learning. Hale encourages everyone to become a learner while attending by providing a wellspring of knowledge. Most known for its youth summer camps, Hale ensures everyone who leaves is set on a proper path.

Held at Westwood High School, Westwood showcases its New Year’s Eve Fireworks show. The town invites all its residents to ring in the new year with its spectacular event with wondrous fireworks.

The annual Firefighter Foam is a fun-filled event for children and adults alike. Provided by Westwood’s fire department, piles of foam are created for people of all ages to play in. Everyone gets covered in foam. The fire department rinses them off. Water, rinse, repeat, literally.

Schools

Westwood has various outstanding schools. A top educational choice is:

Overview for Westwood, MA

16,066 people live in Westwood, where the median age is 46 and the average individual income is $72,979. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,066

Total Population

46 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$72,979

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Westwood, MA

Westwood has 5,424 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Westwood do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 16,066 people call Westwood home. The population density is 2,093.359 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

16,066

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

46

Median Age

48.42 / 51.58%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
5,424

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$72,979

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

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Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Westwood, MA

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The following schools are within or nearby Westwood. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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