Colts Neck Township, New Jersey facts for kids
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Colts Neck Township, New Jersey
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Fall colors of Red Maple trees over a fenced path of a farm
The intersection of Route 34 and County Route 537
Colts Neck High School
Probasco-Dittner Farmstead
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Location of Colts Neck Township in Monmouth County highlighted in yellow (right). Inset map: Location of Monmouth County in New Jersey highlighted in black (left).
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Census Bureau map of Colts Neck Township, New Jersey
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 Colts Neck Township, New Jersey
Location in Monmouth County, New Jersey
Colts Neck Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Colts Neck Township, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County | Monmouth | |
| Incorporated | February 18, 1847 as Atlantic Township | |
| Renamed | November 6, 1962 as Colts Neck Township | |
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| • Type | Township | |
| • Body | Township Committee | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31.79 sq mi (82.34 km2) | |
| • Land | 30.72 sq mi (79.55 km2) | |
| • Water | 1.08 sq mi (2.79 km2) 3.38% | |
| Area rank | 78th of 565 in state 6th of 53 in county |
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| Elevation | 59 ft (18 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 9,957 | |
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9,906 | |
| • Rank | 248th of 565 in state 19th of 53 in county |
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| • Density | 324.2/sq mi (125.2/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 471st of 565 in state 51st of 53 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
07722
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| Area code(s) | 732 | |
| FIPS code | 3402514560 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882602 | |
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Colts Neck Township is a lovely community in Monmouth County, New Jersey. It's part of the larger New York Metropolitan Area. In 2020, about 9,957 people lived here.
This area was first named Atlantic Township on February 18, 1847. It was created from parts of other nearby townships. Later, on November 6, 1962, people voted to change its name to "Colts Neck Township." Colts Neck is known for being one of New Jersey's wealthier communities. Many families here have a high income.
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Exploring Colts Neck Township
Colts Neck is a quiet, wealthy community in Central New Jersey. It's a popular place for people who work in New York City. They enjoy the open spaces and being close to the Jersey Shore.
The township has strict rules about building. This helps keep out big city developments and large chain stores. Instead, you'll find many local businesses. Yet, malls and movie theaters are still close by in other towns.
Protecting Open Spaces
Colts Neck has a special committee to protect farmland. They have saved almost 1,000 acres of land. This helps stop large-scale building projects. Most homes here are built on big lots, usually 2 to 10 acres. This is because there is no public water or sewer system.
Colts Neck was once a farming area. It is still famous for its many horse farms. In recent decades, some farmland has become home to large houses and estates. But many horse farms still remain.
Community Spirit and History
Many people in Colts Neck work in New York City. The community has a special memorial garden. It honors five community members who were lost on September 11, 2001. The garden features a beautiful sculpture made of metal and stained glass. It was created by local artist Jim Gary.
Geography of Colts Neck
Colts Neck Township covers about 31.79 square miles (82.34 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
Local Areas and Neighbors
Several smaller communities are found within Colts Neck. These include Bucks Mill, Montrose, and Scobeyville.
Colts Neck shares its borders with several other towns in Monmouth County. These include Freehold Township, Holmdel Township, and Marlboro Township.
Economy and Local Businesses
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Colts Neck is home to some unique businesses.
Laird & Company
Laird & Company is a very old company located in Scobeyville. They make Laird's Applejack, a type of alcoholic drink. They have been making it since 1780. Today, their apples are grown and distilled in Virginia. Then, the product is brought to Colts Neck to be aged and bottled. It is the only company still making Applejack in the United States.
Four JG's Orchards & Vineyards
This is a local winery in the township. It is named after the first initials of the owners and their two children.
Education in Colts Neck
Students in Colts Neck attend public schools from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. These schools are part of the Colts Neck School District.
Local Schools
The district has three schools:
- Conover Road Primary School: For students in PreK to 2nd grade.
- Conover Road Elementary School: For students in 3rd to 5th grade.
- Cedar Drive Middle School: For students in 6th to 8th grade.
High School Education
For high school, students attend Colts Neck High School. This school also welcomes students from parts of Howell Township. It is part of the Freehold Regional High School District (FRHSD). This district serves students from several nearby towns.
Students can also apply to special learning centers within the FRHSD. These centers offer unique programs, like the Humanities Learning Center.
Private School Options
Many students in Colts Neck also attend private schools. Some popular choices include Ranney School and St. Leo the Great School. For high school, students might choose Christian Brothers Academy or Red Bank Catholic High School.
Getting Around Colts Neck
Roads and Highways
Colts Neck has many roads. Over 130 miles of roads connect the township. Major state roads like Route 18 and Route 34 pass through the area. County roads like County Route 520 and County Route 537 are also important.
Larger highways like the Garden State Parkway and Interstate 195 are easily reached in nearby towns.
Public Transportation
NJ Transit offers local bus service. The 838 bus route connects Freehold Township and Sea Bright.
For trips to New York City, ferry service is available. You can take a ferry from Highlands, which is about a 25-30 minute drive from Colts Neck. The ferry goes to places like Pier 11 and 35th Street in Manhattan. There are also seasonal ferry trips to places like Sandy Hook and baseball games.
Air Travel
Monmouth Executive Airport in Farmingdale offers short-distance flights. For major commercial flights, Newark Liberty International Airport is about 30 miles north. It's a big airport that serves many destinations.
Healthcare Services
Colts Neck Township has access to good healthcare. CentraState Healthcare System is located in nearby Freehold Township. It is a 287-bed hospital. CentraState also has a family practice office right in Colts Neck.
Other hospitals close by include Bayshore Community Hospital in Holmdel Township. Larger university hospitals like Jersey Shore University Medical Center are also within reach.
Famous People from Colts Neck
Colts Neck has been home to many interesting and well-known people.
- David Bryan (born 1962), a member of the famous band Bon Jovi.
- Wayne Chrebet (born 1973), a retired wide receiver for the New York Jets.
- Jim Gary (1939–2006), a sculptor known for making large dinosaur art from car parts.
- Joe Klecko (born 1953), a former player for the New York Jets.
- Stephanie Klemons (born 1982), a Broadway performer and choreographer for Hamilton.
- Queen Latifah (born 1970), a famous rapper and actress.
- Jacquie Lee (born 1997), a singer who was a finalist on The Voice.
- Heather Locklear (born 1961), a well-known actress.
- Jim Nantz (born 1959), a lead sports commentator for CBS.
- Patti Scialfa (born 1953), a singer-songwriter and member of the E Street Band.
- Bruce Springsteen (born 1949), a legendary rock and roll singer-songwriter. He owns a large horse farm in Colts Neck.
- Jon Stewart (born 1962), a comedian, writer, and former television host.
- Alec John Such (1951–2022), a founding member and bass player of the rock band Bon Jovi.
Images for kids
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The intersection of Route 34 and County Route 537
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Colts Neck para niños
