Upper Deerfield Township, New Jersey facts for kids
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Upper Deerfield Township, New Jersey
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Deerfield Presbyterian Church
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Location of Upper Deerfield Township in Cumberland County highlighted in red (right). Inset map: Location of Cumberland County in New Jersey highlighted in red (left).
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Census Bureau map of Upper Deerfield Township, New Jersey
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 Upper Deerfield Township, New Jersey
Location in Cumberland County, New Jersey
Upper Deerfield Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Upper Deerfield 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 | Cumberland | |
| Incorporated | April 3, 1922 | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Township | |
| • Body | Township Committee | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31.39 sq mi (81.31 km2) | |
| • Land | 31.24 sq mi (80.92 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.15 sq mi (0.39 km2) 0.48% | |
| Area rank | 82nd of 565 in state 8th of 14 in county |
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| Elevation | 92 ft (28 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 7,645 | |
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7,830 | |
| • Rank | 304th of 565 in state 4th of 14 in county |
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| • Density | 244.7/sq mi (94.5/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 491st of 565 in state 5th of 14 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Code |
08302 – Seabrook
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| Area code(s) | 856 | |
| FIPS code | 3401174870 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882055 | |
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Upper Deerfield Township is a township located in Cumberland County, in the state of New Jersey. It is part of a larger area that includes nearby cities like Vineland and Bridgeton.
The township was officially created by the New Jersey Legislature on February 23, 1922. This happened after people voted in a special election on April 3, 1922. It was formed from parts of Deerfield Township, and it shares its name with that township. Deerfield Township itself was named after Deerfield, Massachusetts.
As of the 2020 United States census, about 7,645 people live in Upper Deerfield Township. The township is known as a "dry town," which means that alcoholic drinks cannot be sold there. This rule was confirmed by a public vote in 1972. The township does not have its own police force; instead, the New Jersey State Police help keep everyone safe.
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Geography and Location
Upper Deerfield Township covers an area of about 31.39 square miles (81.31 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small amount of water.
Communities within the Township
Several smaller communities are located inside Upper Deerfield Township. These include:
- Carlls Corner
- Deerfield Street
- Laurel Heights
- Seabrook Farms (which had about 1,484 people in 2010)
- Seeley
- Silver Lake
- Sunset Lake
Other small places and neighborhoods in the township are Beals Mills, Delaby, Finley, Friendship, Grammel Mills, Husted Station, Pleasant Grove, Seabrook, Seeley, Sunset, Watsons Corner, and Woodruff.
Neighboring Areas
Upper Deerfield Township shares its borders with several other townships and cities.
- In Cumberland County, it borders Bridgeton, Deerfield Township, Fairfield Township, and Hopewell Township.
- In Salem County, it borders Alloway Township, Pittsgrove Township, and Upper Pittsgrove Township.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 2,051 | — | |
| 1940 | 2,020 | −1.5% | |
| 1950 | 5,203 | 157.6% | |
| 1960 | 6,040 | 16.1% | |
| 1970 | 6,648 | 10.1% | |
| 1980 | 6,810 | 2.4% | |
| 1990 | 6,927 | 1.7% | |
| 2000 | 7,556 | 9.1% | |
| 2010 | 7,660 | 1.4% | |
| 2020 | 7,645 | −0.2% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 7,830 | 2.2% | |
| Population sources:1930–2010 1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 |
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The population of Upper Deerfield Township has changed over the years. In 1930, there were about 2,051 people. By 2020, the population had grown to 7,645.
Population Details from 2010
In 2010, there were 7,660 people living in the township.
- About 74.7% of the people were White.
- About 13% were Black or African American.
- About 1.3% were Native American.
- About 2.7% were Asian.
- About 5.4% were from other races.
- About 3.1% were from two or more races.
- About 9.4% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in the township was 41.2 years old. About 23.5% of the population was under 18 years old.
Parks and Outdoor Fun
Sunset Lake is a large body of water that is partly in Upper Deerfield Township and partly in Hopewell Township. It was created by building a dam on a stream that flows from Seeley Lake. It's a great spot for outdoor activities.
Education in Upper Deerfield
Students in Upper Deerfield Township attend public schools run by the Upper Deerfield Township Schools district.
Elementary and Middle Schools
The district serves students from pre-kindergarten up to eighth grade. As of the 2020–21 school year, there were 820 students across three schools:
- Charles F. Seabrook School: For students in PreK-3.
- Elizabeth E. Moore School: For students in grades 4-5.
- Woodruff School: For students in grades 6-8.
High School Education
Students in ninth through twelfth grade attend Cumberland Regional High School. This high school also welcomes students from several other nearby townships and boroughs, including Deerfield Township, Fairfield Township, Greenwich Township, Hopewell Township, Shiloh Borough, and Stow Creek Township.
Upper Deerfield Township has two representatives on the high school's board of education.
Technical Education Opportunities
Students can also choose to attend the Cumberland County Technical Education Center in Vineland. This center offers full-time technical training programs to students from all over Cumberland County, and it's free for county residents.
Getting Around: Transportation
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Upper Deerfield Township has many roads that help people travel. As of 2010, there were over 103 miles of roads.
Major Roads and Highways
- Route 77: This road enters the township from Bridgeton and goes north through the middle of the township for about 7.6 miles.
- Route 56 (Landis Avenue): This route starts near Bridgeton and heads northeast for about 4.8 miles.
- County Route 540 (Deerfield Road): This road crosses the northern part of the township for about 4.6 miles.
- County Route 553 (South Woodruff Road / East Finley Road / Centerton Road): This route runs along the eastern side of the township for about 6.6 miles.
- County Route 552 (Irving Avenue): This road follows the southern border of the township for about 2.3 miles.
Public Bus Services
NJ Transit provides bus services for residents.
- The 410 bus route connects Bridgeton to Philadelphia.
- The 553 bus route connects Upper Deerfield Township to Atlantic City.
Famous People from Upper Deerfield
People who have lived in or are connected to Upper Deerfield Township include:
- Charles F. Seabrook (1881–1964): He was a businessman who owned Seabrook Farms. This was a very large farm that grew and froze vegetables. The community of Seabrook and the Charles F. Seabrook School are named after him.
Places to Visit
- Deerfield Presbyterian Church: This historic church is a notable landmark in the area.
Images for kids
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Deerfield Presbyterian Church
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Location of Upper Deerfield Township in Cumberland County highlighted in red (right). Inset map: Location of Cumberland County in New Jersey highlighted in red (left).
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Census Bureau map of Upper Deerfield Township, New Jersey
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Route 56 (Landis Avenue) westbound in Upper Deerfield Township
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Upper Deerfield para niños
