Cliffwood, New Jersey facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cliffwood, New Jersey
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Cliffwood as seen from Cliffwood Avenue (CR 6A)
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 Cliffwood, New Jersey
Location in Monmouth County, New Jersey
Cliffwood, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Cliffwood, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Monmouth |
| Township | Aberdeen |
| Elevation | 62 ft (19 m) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 2,974 |
| ZIP code |
07721
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| GNIS feature ID | 0875496 |
Cliffwood is a small community in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It's part of a larger area called Aberdeen Township. Cliffwood has its own special ZIP code, which is 07721. In 2010, about 2,974 people lived here.
Exploring Cliffwood's Location
Cliffwood is located in a nice spot in New Jersey. You can find it southwest of a main road called Route 35. To the south, Cliffwood is next to the town of Matawan. To the northwest, it borders Old Bridge Township. A waterway called Matawan Creek runs along the southeast side of Cliffwood, adding to its natural beauty.
Learning in Cliffwood: Schools
Students in Cliffwood attend schools that are part of the Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District. This school district serves both Cliffwood and the wider Aberdeen area. The main offices for the school district are located right in Aberdeen.
Cliffwood is home to its very own school, Cliffwood Elementary School. This school has a long history! Back in 1855, a famous businessman named David Hunter McAlpin sold some land for just $50 so a school could be built. This land is still part of the elementary school's campus today. The Matawan Aberdeen Middle School is also located in the Cliffwood area, serving older students.
Famous Faces from Cliffwood
Even though Cliffwood is a smaller community, some notable people have connections to it!
- Jay Bellamy (born in 1972) is a former professional football player. He played as a safety in the NFL for teams like the Seattle Seahawks and the New Orleans Saints.
- Anthony Brown (born in 1998) is an American football quarterback. He played college football for the Oregon Ducks.
