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West Caldwell, NJ

West Caldwell is a township located in the West Essex area in northwestern Essex County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It is located approximately 16 miles (26 km) west of Manhattan and 6 miles (9.7 km) northwest of Newark.

West Caldwell was originally incorporated as a borough by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on February 24, 1904, from portions of Caldwell Township (now known as Fairfield Township). In 1981, the borough was one of seven Essex County municipalities to pass a referendum to become a township, joining four municipalities that had already made the change, of what would ultimately be more than a dozen Essex County municipalities to reclassify themselves as townships in order take advantage of federal revenue sharing policies that allocated townships a greater share of government aid to municipalities on a per capita basis. 

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 5.11 square miles (13.24 km2), including 5.10 square miles (13.20 km2) of land and 0.02 square miles (0.04 km2) of water (0.31%).

Additionally, West Caldwell's proximity to top-tier healthcare institutions, such as Saint Barnabas Medical Center in nearby Livingston, ensures that residents have access to quality medical care. There are also health and wellness centers and programs available. Juniper Village offers assisted living services tailored to individual needs, providing personalized care and a supportive environment. Spring Hills Morristown Assisted Living in Morristown provides a range of services and amenities to support seniors' health and well-being. Powerflow Yoga in Chatham offers various yoga classes suitable for all levels, focusing on strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Simply Yoga Institute in Chester provides a welcoming space for yoga practitioners of all backgrounds to deepen their practice. Elements Spa at Crystal Springs Resort in Hamburg features a tranquil environment and a variety of spa services.

Top sites in West Caldwell, NJ: Grover Cleveland Birthplace, Monster Mini Golf, Sky Zone. 

Population: Approximately 11,500 (2020). Elevation: 226 feet (69 m). Area: 5.03 square miles (13.03 km²). ZIP Code: 07006. Area code(s): 973. 

FAQs

What is the history of West Caldwell, NJ?

What was then known as Horseneck contained most of the present-day northern Essex County towns: West Caldwell, along with Caldwell, Cedar Grove, Essex Fells, Fairfield, North Caldwell, Roseland, and Verona are all located entirely in Horseneck, and parts of what are today Livingston, Montclair, and West Orange also were contained in the Horseneck tract. After the Revolutionary War, Horseneck changed its name to "Caldwell Township" in honor of a local war hero and pastor, James Caldwell, who used burning pages from his church's bibles to ignite the ammunition in soldiers' cannons and helped to drive the British out of Horseneck. By the late 1880s, Caldwell had become quite a developed and populated town, however, the vast majority of the development, residents, and businesses were located in the center of the town along Bloomfield Avenue, its main connecting route with Newark and New York City.

What are the demographics of West Caldwell, NJ?

The 2010 United States census counted 10,759 people, 3,913 households, and 2,962 families in the township. The population density was 2,128.5 per square mile (821.8/km2). There were 4,009 housing units at an average density of 793.1 per square mile (306.2/km2). The racial makeup was 92.91% (9,996) White, 1.26% (136) Black or African American, 0.05% (5) Native American, 3.91% (421) Asian, 0.02% (2) Pacific Islander, 0.73% (79) from other races, and 1.12% (120) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.86% (523) of the population.

Is it ideal to move to West Caldwell, NJ?

New Jersey Monthly magazine rated West Caldwell as one of the best places to live. Modern West Caldwell is a suburb of New York City. The township is surrounded by Manhattan to the east and Newark to the southeast. It offers residents a safe, peaceful community, a highly regarded public school system, and numerous outdoor activities. Try out traditional Mediterranean and Turkish dishes at Cinar Turkish Restaurant in West Caldwell, NJ. Verona Park is a part of the Essex County system. The park features a lake surrounded by sallow trees and numerous walking paths crisscrossing the area.

Sources

Township of West Caldwell

Wikipedia

Ziptozipmoving

Saint Barnabas Medical Center

Juniper Village 

Spring Hills Morristown Assisted Living

Powerflow Yoga in Chatham

Simply Yoga Institute in Chester

Elements Spa 

Grover Cleveland Birthplace

Monster Mini Golf

Sky Zone

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