Introduction
About Hingham, Massachusetts

A seaside town rich in history, Hingham, Massachusetts boasts beautiful tree-lined streets, fine architecture and a vibrant community of around 21,000 residents.  The commuter boat provides a favorite choice for the run to work in Boston; the commuter rail is planned to begin in 2007.  Known for its fine schools, both public and private, it also offers recreation facilities for every season.  A maritime center, town shore facilities and private yacht club in addition to a public country club and two additional golf courses plus indoor skating rink are all available. 

History is emphasized and many homes in Hingham, Massachusetts date from the 1600’s.  Much development is planned in the future, especially in the former shipyard area. 

 


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  Community Information

Population

Total Population 20,688
Population Density 912 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 10,860
Male Population 9,828
Median Age 42.1 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 67%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College QUINCY COLLEGE
Distance to QUINCY COLLEGE 7 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX-BOSTON CMPS
Distance to UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX-BOSTON CMPS 6 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 7,313
Family Households 5,423
Average Family Size 3.4
Average Household Income $136,339
Median Household Income $100,948
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 67%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.33
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.52
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.66
Murder Risk (County) 0.26
Rape Risk (County) 0.64
Robbery Risk 0.47
Assault Risk (County) 0.74
Property Risk (County) 0.52
Burglary Risk (County) 0.61
Larceny Risk (County) 0.47
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.60

Environment

Average July High Temperature 81.4° F
Average January Low Temperature 19.8° F
Annual Precipitation 49.88 inches
Air Pollution Index 98% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 5%
Nearest Airport GENERAL EDWARD LAWRENCE LOGAN INTL
Distance to GENERAL EDWARD LAWRENCE LOGAN INTL 13 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team BOSTON CELTICS / BOSTON BRUINS
Distance to BOSTON CELTICS / BOSTON BRUINS 14 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
HINGHAM MIDDLE SCHOOL5 - 81103 MAIN ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043
NOTRE DAME ACADEMY9 - 121073 MAIN ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043
HINGHAM SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL9 - 1217 UNION ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043
WILLIAM L FOSTER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 555 DOWNER AVE, HINGHAM, MA 02043
PLYMOUTH RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5200 HIGH ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043
OLD COLONY MONTESSORI SCHOOLK - 520 DERBY ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043
SOUTH ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5831 MAIN ST, HINGHAM, MA 02043
ST PAUL SCHOOLK - 818 FEARING RD, HINGHAM, MA 02043
DERBY ACADEMYK - 856 BURDITT AVE, HINGHAM, MA 02043
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA13 WHITING ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA99 DERBY ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSBANK OF THE WEST350 LINCOLN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSBOSTON PRIVATE BANK & TRUST CO7 CENTRAL ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSCITIBANK184 LINCOLN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSCITIZENS BANK11 FEARING RD HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSCITIZENS BANK400 LINCOLN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSEASTERN BANK274 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSHINGHAM INSTITUTION-SAVINGS300 LINDEN PONDS WAY HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSHINGHAM INSTITUTION-SAVINGS37 WHITING ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSHINGHAM INSTITUTION-SAVINGS55 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSHINGHAM INSTITUTION-SAVINGS71 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSROCKLAND TRUST CO100 SGT WILLIAM B TERRY DR HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSSCITUATE FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK1 DERBY ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
BANKSSOVEREIGN BANK9 SUMMER ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESFIRST BAPTIST CHURCH85 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESFIRST CHURCH OF CHRIST SCNTST386 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESHINGHAM CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH378 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESHOUSE OF PRAYER LUTHERAN CHR916 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESJEHOVAH'S WITNESSES90 WARD ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESNEW NORTH CHURCH1 LINCOLN LN HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESNORTH STREET COMMUNITY CHAPEL235 NORTH ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESOLD SHIP CHURCH107 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESRESURRECTION OF LORD CHURCH1057 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESSECOND PARISH CHURCH685 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESSOCIETY OF FRIENDS IN HINGHAM86 TURKEY HILL LN HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESSOUTH SHORE BAPTIST CHURCH20 FREE ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESST JOHN THE EVANGELIST172 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESST PAUL'S PARISH147 NORTH ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
CHURCHESST PAUL'S PARISH RELIGIOUS EDU147 NORTH ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
GOLF COURSES-PUBLICBLACK ROCK COUNTRY CLUB19 CLUBHOUSE DR HINGHAM, MA 02043
GOLF COURSES-PUBLICBLACK ROCK GOLF CLUB GUARD1 BLACK ROCK DR HINGHAM, MA 02043
GOLF COURSES-PUBLICBOSTON GOLF CLUB289 WHITING ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
MUSEUMSBARE COVE FIRE MUSEUM19 FORT HILL ST HINGHAM, MA 02043
MUSEUMSHINGHAM HISTORICAL SOCIETY21 LINCOLN LN HINGHAM, MA 02043
MUSEUMSTRUSTEES OF RESERVATIONS150 MARTINS LN HINGHAM, MA 02043
SYNAGOGUESCONGREGATION SHA-ARAY SHALOM1112 MAIN ST HINGHAM, MA 02043



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 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
02043354$608,750$710,188
Displaying 1-10 of 17 in $500-999k range
SUBURBIA AT ITS BEST! PRISTINE COLONIAL WITH TIMELESS STYLE.THIS WONDERFUL 3/4 BEDROOM HOME OFFERS HARDWOOD FLOORS,8 FT CELINGS,CROWN MOLDINGS,WAINSCOATING,CHERRY KITCHEN,GRANITE KITCHEN AND BATHS,CALIFORNIA CLOSETS,CENTRAL AIR,INGROUND IRRIGATION,ALL THE AMMENTIES!BEAUTIFUL LOWER LEVEL IS CHARMED WITH CUSTOM BUILT-INS AND BEADBOARD, WALK OUT TO BEAUTIFUL LEVEL BACKYARD.PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED,STONE WALLS,WALKWAYS,FENCED-IN,THIS HOME OFFERS IT ALL!WALK TO HINGHAM SQUARE,HARBOR,RESTUARANTS,ECT
 6 Del Prete Dr
 Hingham, MA 02043
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$929,900
THIS CAPTIVATING CONTEMPORARY WITH OPEN FLOOR PLAN IS LOCATED ON A PRIVATE, FLAT LOT THAT ABUTTS 107 ACRES OF TOWN FOREST WITH HIKING, BIKING AND HORSEBACK RIDING.DRAMATIC SPACIOUS FAMILY ROOM FEATURES A HUGE FIREPLACE. ENJOY THE OPTION OF A 1ST OR 2ND FLOOR MASTER SUITE WITH WOOD FLOORS.THE UPDATED KITCHEN WITH PARQUET WOOD FLOORS FEATURES AN INFORMAL DINING AREA THAT FLOWS TO A SOLAR GREENHOUSE/SUNROOM WITH A MOSAIC TILE FLOOR. THE 3 DECKS OFFER AN IDEAL LOCATION TO RELAX. A SPECIAL PROPERTY!
 96 Prospect St
 Hingham, MA 02043
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$899,900
REPRODUCTION COLONIAL DATTMAN BUILT. UPDATED FULL-FINISHED BASEMENT AREA WITH FIREPLACE AND WALKOUT, AMPLE STORAGE. WALK-UP ATTIC. HOME IS IN MOVE-IN CONDITION WITH A 2007 KITCHEN, FRESHLY PAINTED, FIRST FLOOR LAUNDRY, OVERSIZED HEARTH IN BEAMED-CEILING FAMILY ROOM, SKYLIGHT. CONVENIENT TO DERBY ST. SHOPS & RESTAURANTS. BEAUTIFUL MOLDINGS AS WELL AS MANY FEATURES OF A COLONIAL REPRODUCTION. DINING ROOM HAS 2 BUILT-IN CHINA CABINETS. HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. WETBAR IN FAMILY ROOM.
 2 Queen Anne Lane
 Hingham, MA 02043
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$799,000
IMMACULATE HOME W/NEWER KITCHEN, NEWER SHINGLING, NEW FRONT DOOR, UPDATED BATHROOMS. MANY CHANGES ... TOO MANY TO MENTION. WONDERFUL PLAYROOM OFF FAMILY ROOM W/DECK ACCESS. HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT. NEWER WINDOWS. MOVE-IN READY. MUST GET INTO SEE. STONE WALLS BORDER DRIVEWAY AND BLUE STONE WALKWAY AND STAIRS TO HOME. CEDAR CLOSET IN BASEMENT. SPRINKLER SYSTEM.
 18 French Street
 Hingham, MA 02043
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$744,900
PRIME DOWNTOWN LOCATION! MOTIVATED SELLER! FOUND HOUSING! PRISTINE ANTIQUE FARMHOUSE WITH PUMPKIN PINE FLOORS INCLUDES AN UPDATED KITCHEN,FAMILY ROOM AND BATHROOMS. A DECK OVERLOOKS A PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED YARD WITH LOVELY GARDENS. THIS CHARMING HOME WITH PICTURESQUE SETTING IS ONLY A SHORT WALK TO HINGHAM SQUARE. MUST SEE!
 56 Elm St
 Hingham, MA 02043
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$689,000
****SELLERS WILL PAY FIRST SIX MONTHS REAL ESTATE TAXES****Charming colonial with desirable cul-de-sac location in terrific Bradley Park neighborhood. Short walk to harbor, ferry and downtown Hingham. Home boasts four bedrooms, including one with sitting room. Built-ins, two fireplaces, granite countertops in kitchen. Several outdoor entertainment areas, including, deck, new patio and charming covered porch off bedroom. Updated electrical and newer roof. Beautiful views of harbor & islands.
 23 Summit Drive
 Hingham, MA 02043
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$649,900
Price Break! Don't miss this wonderful home. Close to the Derby Shops and Public transportation this home has endless possibilities. Completely rebuilt in 1998 for the extended family, this home features 2 full kitchens, 4 spacious bedrooms, 3.5 baths, new electrical, heat, roof, and siding. The spacious family room will provide many hours of enjoyment with room for various activities. The landscaped yard is equipped with invisible fencing for pets. Great in-law or au pair set-up.
 4 Michael Rd
 Hingham, MA 02043
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$649,900
ENJOY A BIT OF PARADISE IN YOUR OWN BACK YARD IN THIS 9RM, 4BR, 1.5 BA COLONIAL IN DESIRABLE NEIGHBORHOOD OF SO. HINGHAM. FP LIVING RM & DINING RM WITH HARDWOODS, FAMILY RM, SUNROOM WITH VAULTED CEILING AND SLIDERS TO PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED REAR YARD WITH INGROUND HEATED GUNITE POOL AND DECOR LIGHTING. 4 BR'S ON SECOND LEVEL, ALL WITH HARDWOODS. ADDITIONAL FAMILY RM IN LOWER LEVEL. FURNACE, HW HEATER, OIL TANK AND ALL WINDOWS NEW WITHIN LAST 5 YEARS. IRRIGATION SYSTEM. TITLE 5 APPROVED.
 7 Westmoreland Rd
 Hingham, MA 02043
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 1 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$639,900
GREAT, NEW 2005 FAMILY HOME.--- 5 BEDROOMS. BRIGHT KITCHEN OPEN TO SPACIOUS FAMILY ROOM WITH SLIDERS TO LARGE DECK, WONDERFUL FOR ENTERTAINING. HIGH-END HEATING SYSTEM, HYDRO HEAT. PLUS TWO ZONE AIR CONDITIONING. HUGE DRY BASEMENT, HEIGHT 5'.5. PULL DOWN ACCESS IN GARAGE FOR MORE ATTIC SPACE. GOOD FLAT YARD. SHORT WALK TO COMMUTER RAIL.
 66 Kilby Street
 Hingham, MA 02043
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$635,000
CHARMING NANTUCKET DORMERED CAPE,NESTLED IN WONDERFUL LIBERTY POLE AREA.FEATURING 8 FT CEILINGS,NEWER KITCHEN,GRANITE,WINDOW SEAT BREAKFAST AREA OVERLOOKING BEAUTIFUL LANDSCAPED BACKYARD.NEW DOUBLE DORMERS ADDITION ON SECOND LEVEL CREATING SPACIOUS BEDROOMS AND LOVELY NEW BEAD BOARD FULL BATH.THREE FLOORS OF LIVING,INCLUDING A WALK OUT LOWER LEVEL (NEW FULL BATHS ON EACH LEVEL).NEWER ELECTRIC,PLUMBING,HEATING.GREAT FENCED-IN PLAYGROUND(NEW EXTERIOR FENCING).MINUTE TO RT 3 AND NEW DERBY SHOPS.
 18 Old County Rd
 Hingham, MA 02043
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms
$619,900
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