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New Castle, NY

New Castle is a town in Westchester County, New York, United States. The population was 18,311 in the 2020 United States census, an increase from 17,569 at the 2010 census. It includes the named hamlets of Chappaqua and Millwood, but residents and businesses in the Town of New Castle can also have a designated city address of Ossining, or Millwood (together commonly referred to as the "West End" of New Castle) as well as Chappaqua or even Mt. Kisco.

New Castle was originally inhabited by Native Americans, including the Siwanoy band of the Wappinger people. Portions of New Castle were initially purchased in 1640 by Nathaniel Turner from Ponas Sagamore, chief of the Siwanoy. In 1661, John Richbell purchased land, including all of present-day New Castle, from the Siwanoy. In 1696, Caleb Heathcote purchased that tract of land from Richbell's widow. What is present-day New Castle was originally incorporated as part of the town of North Castle, which was jokingly referred to as "the two saddlebags," in 1736. The first European settlers in the area were Quakers, who settled in present-day Chappaqua in 1753 and constructed a meeting house, which still stands today on Quaker Street. The town of New Castle broke away from North Castle in 1791.

New Castle has several locations on the National Register of Historic Places, including The Williams-DuBois House, Old Chappaqua Historic District, and Isaac Young House. Two buildings from Horace Greeley's former farm are also on the National Historic Register, including the Greeley House, which houses the headquarters for the New Castle Historical Society, and Rehoboth, the first concrete barn in the country.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 23.5 square miles (61 km²), of which 23.2 square miles (60 km²) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.78 km²), or 1.15%, is water. New Castle is bordered by the towns of Mount Pleasant and Ossining to the southwest and North Castle to the southeast. It is bordered by the towns of Bedford, Mount Kisco, and Somers to the northeast and Yorktown and Cortlandt to the northwest.

The town places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with an array of parks and green spaces available for outdoor activities, such as hiking, picnicking, and enjoying nature. Moreover, Northern Westchester Hospital, situated in nearby Mount Kisco, ensures that quality healthcare services are readily accessible to New Castle's residents. Spa Castle New York provides a serene escape with massages, facials, and body treatments aimed at relaxation and rejuvenation. Club Fit Briarcliff Manor features comprehensive fitness facilities including indoor and outdoor pools, tennis courts, group fitness classes, and personal training sessions. Soul Flyte specializes in aerial yoga and fitness classes that promote core strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. New Castle Chiropractic Center focuses on spinal health, pain management, and overall wellness through chiropractic care and therapeutic services. Orangetheory Fitness offers high-intensity interval training workouts designed to improve cardiovascular health and strength. These diverse facilities and activities make New Castle a dynamic community for wellness and active living, enhancing the well-being of its residents.

Top Sites in New Castle, NY: Katonah Museum of Art, Croton Gorge Park, Teatown Lake.

Population: 18,311 (2020). Elevation: 561 ft (171 m). ZIP Code: 10514. Area code: 914. Area: 23.53 sq mi (60.93 km sq).

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How big is New Castle, NY?

The Town of New Castle is a 23.4 square mile suburban bedroom community situated in northern Westchester County with a population of just under 18,000 people. he community values its defining attributes: bucolic neighborhoods; a sense of history; an extensive parkland and open space network enhanced by strong recreational programs; wooded landscapes and a healthy environmental atmosphere; excellent schools; two quaint hamlets with small-town charm; a central location in the New York City metropolitan region and the Hudson Valley; and long-standing civic and community traditions.

What are the demographics of New Castle, NY?

The largest New Castle racial/ethnic groups are White (77.1%) followed by Asian (9.9%) and Hispanic (6.8%). With 17,716 people, New Castle is the 139th most populated city in the state of New York out of 1,524 cities. But watch out, New Castle, because Malta with 17,499 people, and Wilton with 17,411 people are right behind you.

What is the median income of New Castle, NY?

In 2022, the median household income of New Castle households was $245,571. New Castle households made slightly more than Ardsley households ($243,594) and Lake Success households ($239,000). However, 2.1% of New Castle families live in poverty.

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Town of New Castle

Chappaqua NYC

North County Trailway

Spa Castle New York 

Soul Flyte

Orangetheory

Katonah Museum of Art

Croton Gorge Park

Teatown Lake

New York Demographics

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