Newington, Newington CT — neighborhood review

Newington, CT

Newington · CT 06111

Updated October 14, 2026 · Would You Live There?

Good for now

Verdict

$395K

Median Price

18/100

Walk Score

7.3/10

Schools

13 min

to Hartford, CT

Score Breakdown

BAffordability
78/100
ASafety
92/100
BSchools
73/100
B+Quietness
80/100
ACommute
100/100
FWalkability
18/100
WYLT Score74/100

Our Take

Newington offers a stable, family-friendly suburban environment with excellent public schools and a notably quick commute to Hartford. While a significant portion of the area is in a high-risk flood zone, for those prioritizing education and convenience over walkability, it presents a solid option.

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The Good

  • ✓Excellent public schools, with Newington High School rated 9/10.
  • ✓Strong median household income well above national averages.
  • ✓Very short and convenient 13-minute commute to Hartford.
  • ✓High rate of homeownership (over 78%) suggests a stable community.
  • ✓Relatively diverse population for a Connecticut suburb.

Real Talk

  • !A significant portion of the neighborhood is located in an AE flood zone, indicating a high flood risk.
  • !The area is extremely car-dependent, with a Walk Score of 18 meaning almost all errands require a vehicle.
  • !Limited public transit options are available, further necessitating car ownership.
  • !With a median age of 45, the community skews older, potentially offering less in terms of vibrant nightlife or youth-oriented activities.
  • $Mandatory or highly recommended flood insurance premiums due to the high-risk flood zone.
  • $Higher transportation costs (fuel, maintenance, insurance) given the reliance on personal vehicles.
  • $Potential for increased home maintenance expenses related to flood prevention or recovery.

Best For

Families with school-aged childrenCommuters to HartfordHomeowners seeking stabilityThose prioritizing good education

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskHigh
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate

Crime & Safety

Newington, CT

A

Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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