Middleton is conveniently situated near many major highways, making it desirable to commuters. Thoughtful and deliberative zoning by-laws allow a careful blend of starter homes, large contemporary residences and a variety of commercial and retail properties. Lots of protected open space assures Middleton's rural character. It is located in northeastern Masachusetts, bordered by Topsfield and Danvers on the east, Peabody on the south, Lynnfield on the southwest, North Reading on the west, North Andover on the west and northwest, and Boxford on the north and northeast. Middleton is 19 miles north of Boston and 232 miles from New York City, but world renown for Richardson's Ice Cream.  Depicted below is Middleton's Town Hall.

The town is served by the Flint Public Library.  In 1891, $10,000 was bequeathed to the town under the will of the Honorable Charles L. Flint for the purposes of erecting a permanent building for use as a free public library. Located in Middleton Square, so that it could be centrally sited, the library was built of brick with Nova Scotia sandstone trimmings and a slate roof. The interior finish is of cypress, with birch floors and furniture of highly polished oak. 

Middleton's residents are honorably served by the Middleton Fire Department and the Middleton Police Department.  Detailed Census data offers additional information on Middleton. To learn more about Middleton, make sure to read the Townonline.