Berkeley Heights

Voted the number 4 safest place to live in New Jersey.

Welcome to Berkeley Heights

Town Information For Berkeley Heights NJ 07922

Berkeley Heights is a township in Union County, New Jersey, United States. As of the 2010 United States Census, the township’s population is 13,183 and is voted the number 4 safest place to live in New Jersey.

The Lenape Native Americans were known to inhabit the Berkeley Heights. Dating back to 1524, the voyage of Giovanni da Verrazzano started the colonization of Berkeley Heights and began transforming the township into what you see today.

The earliest construction in Berkeley Heights began in an area that is now part of the 1,960 acres Watchung Reservation, a Union County park with 305 acres in the township.

Berkeley Heights real estate typically sells at around $575,000. Most people who live in Berkeley Heights own the property, but rentals are on the rise. With on average a town-wide household income of $145,000 the town is a perfectly safe environment to settle down in.

School System

The Berkeley Heights school system is one of the best in New Jersey. Voted the second safest, in addition to being voted as having the ninth-best teaching staff in New Jersey. Students will be divided into 1 of 3 Elementary schools. Students of these elementary schools eventually wind up at Governor Livingston High School if you choose to keep your children in the public school system.

Students of governor Livingston on average receive a 1250/1600 on their SATs and a 28/36 on their ACT. The most popular colleges that students attend after graduation are Rutgers University-New Brunswick, The College Of New Jersey, University of Delaware, Penn State, and Montclair State.

Commuting

Commuting in Berkeley Heights is a breeze. An hour car ride puts you in the heart of Manhattan. Having a car is essential in the area. Most destinations are a short drive away, but public transportation is very accessible in the area if you do not have a car of your own.

Living in Berkeley Heights

Berkeley Heights is home to some of the best parks and recreational activities in Union County, the Watchung reservation is an incredible place if you love the outdoors. In addition to having incredible outdoor activities, there a plethora of fantastic restaurants to choose from. For example, Trap Rock, a craft brewery is one of the top-ranked breweries in New Jersey.

Overview for Berkeley Heights, NJ

13,321 people live in Berkeley Heights, where the median age is 45.9 and the average individual income is $81,229.24. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,321

Total Population

45.9 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$81,229.24

Average individual Income

Around Berkeley Heights, NJ

There's plenty to do around Berkeley Heights, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

8
Car-Dependent
Walking Score
6
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Digital Press Videogames, The Tailors Wife, and Lightbridge Academy.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Shopping 4.93 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars
Shopping 1.01 miles 15 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 3.27 miles 16 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.95 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 0.56 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Active 4.55 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Berkeley Heights, NJ

Berkeley Heights has 4,443 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Berkeley Heights do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 13,321 people call Berkeley Heights home. The population density is 2,141.52 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,321

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

45.9

Median Age

48.28 / 51.72%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
4,443

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$81,229.24

Average individual Income

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Berkeley Heights, NJ

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Primary Schools ()
Middle Schools ()
High Schools ()
Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Berkeley Heights. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
Mary Kay McMillin Early Childhood Center
PUBLIC
PreK - 1st
No rating available
PUBLIC
6th - 8th
4/5
Mountain Park School
PUBLIC
2nd - 5th
5/5
Thomas P. Hughes School
PUBLIC
2nd - 5th
5/5
Primrose School Of Berkeley Heights
PRIVATE
PreK - K
No rating available
William Woodruff School
PUBLIC
2nd - 5th
5/5
Governor Livingston High School
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
4/5
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