Branford's history dates back to 1638 when the New Haven Colony purchased land known as Totokett from the Mattabesec Indians. It was permanently settled in 1644 as Totokett and was later renamed Branford.  Connecticut's first Iron Furnace was set up in 1655 at Lake Saltonstall in Branford. Yale college was founded in Branford in 1701. Branford also has a classic New England Town Green in the center of town where you will find small shops, Town Hall, the library, and many of the town's houses of worship. Branford probably has the largest collection of diverse neighborhoods and sections of town than any other shoreline community, which also makes Branford one of the most interesting communities as well.  Neighborhoods and sections of town proudly retain their individual identity whether Indian Neck, Double Beach, Haycock Point, Hotchkiss Grove, Pine Orchard, or Stony Creek. 

Some Town Facts 

• Population - 29,864
• House Holds -12,897
• Average Age - 43
• Median Household Income $69,724
• School Enrollment - 3,738
  
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Branford's  29,450 residents are spread out over a 22 square mile land area. It is a very interesting town with unique neighborhood identities.  Some of the interesting places to visit are the Stony Creek Section, Pine Orchard, Indian Neck, Double Beach, Hotchkiss Grove and the Thimble Islands.  Summer trips on the Thimble Island Cruise is a great day out for taking in the sites and the history of these beautiful islands; close you eyes and imagine you are there to witness pirate Captain Kidd bury his treasure on Money Island.  After the cruise, slip over to Indian Neck and enjoy a seafood dinner in a casual atmosphere.