Oxford is a small town located in the county of New Haven, and is one of a cluster of small towns in the area. Oxford was once a very rural town that had a strong farming base, but in the last several years there have been a lot of professional people moving to Oxford from the suburbs, changing the community dynamic. Because of the new residents and the homes that they have built, Oxford homes can be more expensive than the homes in the neighboring towns. Oxford is still a great place to live, and when you come you’ll want to check out the homes in Great Hill, Quaker Farms, and Riverside which are all lovely places to live.
With a population of just 9,821 at the time of the 2000 census it’s safe to say that Oxford is not a booming metropolis. While it is not a busy city it offers some great homes and beautiful real estate upon which people can build, making it the perfect place to settle for a lot of people. Oxford is 33.4 square miles of beautiful land of which 1.5% is water.
Real Estate
If you are house hunting in Oxford you are in luck! The city's motto is: A place to live, a town to love. And, the residents feel the same way. Oxford has beautiful homes, and many are large and very upscale. New homes are being built all the time, and there is land to purchase to build your own home. Oxford really is a real estate dream because it offers a natural beauty that so many people are looking for.
In and Around Oxford
When you live in or around Oxford you will likely enjoy its many parts. One of the most beautiful is Southford Falls State Park which is in the northern section of town. Once you have seen that, you may want to check out Jackson Cove Beach located in the southern section, and you cannot miss out on Kirks Pond in the center of Oxford. Oxford also offers a well manicured golf course upon which 400 homes sit in an active adult community.
Schools
Education is an important part of life in Oxford since more than 40% of the population has children under the age of 18 living in their homes. The town has two elementary schools, one middle school, and one newly built high school. Many of the children in the area attend private schools, as well.
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