Kenilworth, New Jersey
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| Kenilworth, New Jersey | |
|---|---|
| Name | Kenilworth, New Jersey |
| Settlement type | Borough |
| Subdivision type | Country |
| Subdivision name | United States |
| Subdivision type1 | State |
| Subdivision name1 | New Jersey |
| Subdivision type2 | County |
| Subdivision name2 | Essex |
| Established title | Incorporated |
| Established date | May 13, 1907 |
| Government type | Borough |
| Leader title | Mayor |
| Leader name | Linda Karlovitch |
| Leader title1 | Administrator |
| Leader name1 | George S. Jackson |
| Area total km2 | 3.60 |
| Area land km2 | 3.60 |
| Area water km2 | 0.00 |
| Area total sq mi | 1.39 |
| Area land sq mi | 1.39 |
| Area water sq mi | 0.00 |
| Population as of | 2020 Census |
| Population total | 8448 |
| Population density km2 | 2346.7 |
| Population density sq mi | 6077.7 |
| Timezone | EST |
| Utc offset | -5 |
| Timezone DST | EDT |
| Utc offset DST | -4 |
| Coordinates | 40, 40, 33, N... |
| Elevation ft | 95 |
| Postal code type | ZIP Code |
| Postal code | 07033 |
| Area code | 908/732 |
| Website | https://www.kenilworthborough.com/ |
Kenilworth, New Jersey. Kenilworth is a borough in Essex County, within the U.S. state of New Jersey. Incorporated in 1907 from portions of Cranford and Union Township, it is a primarily residential community located within the New York metropolitan area. The borough is named after Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire, England.
History
The area now comprising Kenilworth was originally part of the Elizabethtown Tract, purchased from the Lenape by settlers from the Colony of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations. It remained largely agricultural until the late 19th century, when the expansion of the Central Railroad of New Jersey and the Rahway Valley Railroad spurred development. The borough was officially incorporated on May 13, 1907, following a referendum led by residents seeking independent municipal services. Early growth was influenced by its proximity to industrial centers in Elizabeth and Linden, attracting a workforce for companies like the Singer Corporation and General Motors. Throughout the 20th century, Kenilworth evolved into a classic bedroom community for commuters to Newark and New York City.
Geography
According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 1.39 square miles, all of which is land. Kenilworth is bordered by Cranford in Union County to the south, Roselle Park to the southwest, Union Township to the west, and Springfield Township to the northwest. The borough's topography is relatively flat, part of the Atlantic coastal plain. Several small waterways, including tributaries of the Rahway River, flow through the area. The borough is bisected by major roadways such as U.S. Route 22 and the Garden State Parkway.
Demographics
As of the 2020 United States census, the borough's population was 8,448, representing a slight decrease from the 2010 census. The population density was among the highest in Essex County. The racial makeup was diverse, with significant populations identifying as White, Hispanic or Latino, and Asian. The median household income was slightly above the state average. Housing in Kenilworth is predominantly single-family homes and multi-unit apartment buildings, with a high rate of homeownership. The borough has a notable population of residents with ancestry from Italy, Poland, and Portugal.
Government
Kenilworth operates under the borough form of New Jersey municipal government. Municipal government consists of a six-member Borough Council and a Mayor, all elected on a partisan basis. The current mayor is Linda Karlovitch. The borough provides full local services, including its own police department, the Kenilworth Police Department, and a volunteer fire department. Kenilworth is located in New Jersey's 7th and 10th legislative districts for the New Jersey Legislature and is part of New Jersey's 7th and 10th congressional districts in the United States House of Representatives.
Education
Public school students in grades PreK-8 attend the Kenilworth Public Schools, with schools including David Brearley Middle School and Harding Elementary School. For grades 9-12, students attend David Brearley Regional High School, a regional high school also serving students from Winfield Township. The high school is named for David Brearley, a signer of the United States Constitution and former Chief Justice of the New Jersey Supreme Court. The borough is also served by the Kenilworth Public Library, a member of the Libraries of Union County Consortium.
Notable people
Notable people who were born in, residents of, or otherwise closely associated with Kenilworth include actress Michele Lee; Major League Baseball player Johnny McCarthy; National Football League player Bob Mischak; and United States Navy officer and Medal of Honor recipient George Henry O'Brien Jr.. The borough was also the longtime home of Arthur J. Holland, who served as Mayor of Trenton.
Category:Boroughs in New Jersey Category:Populated places in Essex County, New Jersey