New Gretna, New Jersey facts for kids
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New Gretna, New Jersey
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 New Gretna, New Jersey
Location in Burlington County, New Jersey
New Gretna, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
New Gretna, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Burlington |
| Township | Bass River |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.85 sq mi (2.21 km2) |
| • Land | 0.85 sq mi (2.19 km2) |
| • Water | 0.01 sq mi (0.02 km2) |
| Elevation | 7 ft (2 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 390 |
| • Density | 460.99/sq mi (178.03/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) |
| ZIP Code |
08224
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| FIPS code | 34-51450 |
| GNIS feature ID | 878737 |
New Gretna (pronounced like "GRET-nuh") is a small community in Burlington County, New Jersey. It is part of Bass River Township. New Gretna is called a census-designated place (CDP). This means it is an area that the government counts for population statistics.
The community gets its mail using United States Postal Service ZIP Code 08224. In 2010, about 573 people lived in the area covered by this ZIP Code. Back in 2000, there were 543 residents.
New Gretna was named after a place called Gretna Green in Scotland.
What is the Population of New Gretna?
New Gretna is a small community. The latest count from the 2020 United States census showed that 390 people live there.
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| 2020 | 390 | — | |
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How to Get Around New Gretna
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You can travel to and from New Gretna by bus. New Jersey Transit offers bus service on the 559 route. This route connects New Gretna with Atlantic City.
If you are driving, New Gretna is easy to reach. It is located near exits 50 and 52 of the Garden State Parkway. This is a major highway in New Jersey.
Historical Sites in New Gretna
New Gretna is home to a special historical spot called the Bead Wreck Site. This site is very important. It is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. This means it is recognized as a place with historical value. Its official site number is 88001899.
