Nearly completely developed, this well-established suburb of New Haven offers commuter access to major metropolitan areas. The town provides a wide selection of single-family homes and condominiums in neighborhoods that are shaded by mature greenery. Industrial development in West Haven tends to be concentrated along Elm Street and the railroad right of way of Route 95. Although a wide variety of recreational amenities are integrated into community life, the natural “water playground” of Long Island Sound lends itself to a predominance of water-sport activities. Facilities include public fishing piers and a private beach club, regional and local parks, playgrounds, athletic leagues and ballfields, tennis courts, swimming pools, hiking and biking trails, organized recreation programs, and lush golf courses.