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Hillsborough, NJ

Hillsborough Township is a township in Somerset County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. Located in the Raritan Valley region, the township is a suburban and exurban bedroom community of New York City within the New York Metropolitan Area. As of the 2020 United States Census, the township's population was 43,276, an increase of 4,973 (+13.0%) from the 2010 census count of 38,303, which in turn reflected an increase of 1,669 (+4.6%) from the 36,634 counted in the 2000 census.

Hillsborough Township was created by a royal charter issued May 31, 1771, which was revoked and revised on September 12, 1771. It was incorporated on February 21, 1798, by the New Jersey Legislature Township Act of 1798 as one of New Jersey's original group of 104 townships. Portions of the township were taken to form the boroughs of Millstone (May 14, 1894) and Manville (April 1, 1929). The township's name may have come from an earlier name of "Hillsbury", though it may have been named for Wills Hill, 1st Marquess of Downshire who was the Earl of Hillsborough. Based on an analysis of data from the FBI's Uniform Crime Report for 2022, Hillsborough Township was ranked as the second-safest small city in the United States.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 55.10 square miles (142.71 km2), including 54.61 square miles (141.45 km2) of land and 0.49 square miles (1.26 km2) of water (0.88%).

Unincorporated communities, localities, and place names located partially or completely within the township include Amwell, Belle Mead, Blackwells Mills, Champlain, Cloverhill, Clover Mill, Flagtown, Frankfort, Hamilton, Higgins Mills, Montgomery, Neshanic, Pleasant View, Royce Field, Royce Valley, South Branch, Woods Tavern and Zion.

In addition to its economic vibrancy, Hillsborough prioritizes the health and wellness of its residents. The township is home to several healthcare facilities, including Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset, ensuring access to quality medical care. Hillsborough Health & Wellness Center offers a range of services including primary care, wellness exams, chronic disease management, and preventive care. They focus on holistic approaches to health and well-being. Hunterdon Healthcare Center for Health and Wellness is located nearby in Bridgewater, this facility provides fitness programs, nutrition counseling, wellness workshops, and rehabilitation services. They have state-of-the-art equipment and experienced staff to assist with various health goals. RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center with a location in nearby Bridgewater, this center offers a comprehensive approach to health and wellness. They have fitness programs, personal training, group classes, aquatic therapy, and medical wellness programs.

Hillsborough Massage Therapy, for those seeking relaxation and therapeutic benefits, Hillsborough Massage Therapy offers professional massage services including Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, hot stone massage, and reflexology. Hillsborough Dental Spa provides dental services with a focus on comfort and relaxation, offering services such as routine cleanings, cosmetic dentistry, and restorative procedures. 

Top sites in Hillsborough, NJ: Duke Farms, Grounds for Sculpture, Princeton Art Museum. 

Population: Approximately 41,000 (2020). Area: 8.02 sq mi (20.77 km2). Elevation: 121 feet (37 m). ZIP Code: 08844. Area Code: 908. 

FAQs

What is Hillsborough, NJ famous for?

Hillsborough is the home of the Belle Mead GSA depot, or Belle Mead General Depot, which was a storage site for materials during World War II, along with housing Italian and German prisoners of war. It continued storing materials until the 1980s, and various contaminants leaked into the ground and surrounding area during that time. Efforts are underway to convert the site into a mixed recreation and R&D complex.

Is Hillsborough, NJ expensive to live in?

Compared to the average cost of living across the United States, Hillsborough Township is a very expensive place to live. According to BestPlaces, Hillsborough is around 40% more expensive than the average city in the United States and nearly 20% more expensive than the average city in New Jersey. The cost of living in Hillsborough is more reasonable when compared to locally.

What is the crime rate in Hillsborough, NJ?

Hillsborough is safer than the majority of cities, towns, and villages in America (83%) and also has a lower crime rate than 88% of the communities in New Jersey, according to NeighborhoodScout's analysis of FBI crime data. How risky is that? Your chance of becoming a victim in Hillsborough is one in 292 based on the total crime rate (violent and property crimes, combined). In America overall, your chance of becoming a victim of crime is 1 in 43.

Sources

Township of Hillsborough

Wikipedia

neighborhoodscout

Duke Farms

Grounds for Sculpture

Princeton Art Museum

Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Somerset

Hillsborough Health & Wellness Center

Hunterdon Healthcare Center for Health and Wellness

RWJ Fitness & Wellness Center

Hillsborough Massage Therapy

Hillsborough Dental Spa 

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