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Belleville, NJ

Belleville (French: "Belle ville" meaning "Beautiful city/town") is a township in Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States census, the township's population was 38,222. an increase of 2,296 (+6.4%) from the 2010 census count of 35,926.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 3.37 square miles (8.71 km2), including 3.30 square miles (8.54 km2) of land and 0.07 square miles (0.18 km2) of water (2.05%).

Silver Lake (2010 total population of 4,243) is an unincorporated community and census-designated place (CDP) defined by the United States Census Bureau as of the 2010 Census that is split between Belleville (with 3,769 of the CDP's residents) and Bloomfield (474 of the total).

Other unincorporated communities, localities, and place names located partially or completely within the township include Belwood, Big Tree, and Soho.

Belleville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with numerous facilities and programs dedicated to promoting residents' well-being. Clara Maass Medical Center offers comprehensive healthcare services, including primary care, specialty care, and emergency services. Signature Wellness offers a range of wellness services, including massage therapy, acupuncture, nutritional counseling, and holistic healing treatments. Zen Landing Yoga is a popular yoga studio in Belleville that offers various yoga classes for all levels, including hatha, vinyasa, and restorative yoga. Tranquil Spa provides a relaxing atmosphere with services such as facials, body treatments, massages, and spa packages. Mindful Movements Yoga Studio is another great yoga studio in Belleville known for its focus on mindfulness and meditation practices along with yoga classes. Serenity Spa & Wellness is a comprehensive wellness center offering spa services, wellness consultations, fitness classes, and holistic therapies.

Top sites in Belleville, NJ: Belleville Park, Liberty State Park, Montclair Art Museum. 

Population: Approximately 36,000 (2020). Elevation: 56 feet (17 m). ZIP Code: 07109. Area code(s): 973. 

FAQs

Is Belleville, NJ a good neighborhood?

Living in Belleville Township offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Belleville Township there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Belleville Township and residents tend to be liberal.

What is Belleville, NJ famous for?

A major marker of the coming industrial revolution was the first steam engine in the United States, brought to Belleville by Josiah Hornblower in 1753 to pump out the Schuyler copper mines. In 1797 Hornblower also achieved notoriety with two associates for building the first steamboat in New Jersey at Belleville. Although slow, the steamboat probably assisted Fulton in perfecting his ideas, which led to the famous run of the Clermont in 1809.

What is the black population in Belleville, NJ?

Most of the people that reside in Belleville are of European descent. Over 90% of inhabitants are White, while 4.4% are Aboriginal, over 3% are Asian, and less than 1% are Black, Latin American, Arab, or Multiracial. Over 67% of the population is Christian, while over 30% do not follow a religion. The median age of residents is 43.5, which is higher than the national average.

Sources

Township of Belleville

Wikipedia

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Clara Maass Medical Center

Signature Wellness 

Zen Landing Yoga

Tranquil Spa

Mindful Movements Yoga Studio

Serenity Spa & Wellness

Belleville Park

Liberty State Park

Montclair Art Museum

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