Union Valley, New Jersey facts for kids
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Union Valley, New Jersey
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Union Valley as seen from CR 615
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 Union Valley, New Jersey
Location in Middlesex County, New Jersey
Union Valley, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Union Valley, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Middlesex |
| Township | Monroe |
| Elevation | 115 ft (35 m) |
| GNIS feature ID | 881362 |
Union Valley is a small area in Monroe Township, Middlesex County, New Jersey. It's known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a place where people live, but it doesn't have its own separate local government like a town or city. Instead, it's part of a larger township that handles its services.
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Discovering Union Valley, New Jersey
Union Valley is located in the central part of New Jersey. It's a quiet area within Monroe Township. The community is part of Middlesex County, which is one of the many counties in the state.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a group of homes or buildings that are not officially a town or city. They don't have their own mayor or town council. Instead, they are governed by a larger local government, like a township or county. Union Valley is an example of such a place.
Living in Union Valley
Today, Union Valley is home to two large communities where most people live. These are Clearbrook Park and Concordia. Both of these are special types of neighborhoods.
Age-Restricted Communities
Clearbrook Park and Concordia are called age-restricted communities. This means that most of the people who live there are adults of a certain age, usually 55 or older. These communities often have special facilities like clubhouses, pools, and activities designed for older adults.
Other Buildings in the Area
Besides these two large communities, Union Valley also has other buildings. You can find medical offices and healthcare facilities there. There are also some single-family homes along Union Valley Road. This road is part of County Route 615, which runs through the western part of the area.
