About the Township:

West Caldwell is a family-oriented suburban municipality of neighbors and friends that provides recreational and educational activities for residents of all ages. Located in western Essex County, West Caldwell consists of 3,382 acres or 5.28 square miles. The population according to the 2000 census is 11,233.

History:

By 1904, the population of Caldwell Township had grown and become so spread out that public renovations could never be approved by residents on both sides of town. To alleviate the problem, on February 16, 1904, West Caldwell was incorporated as an individual borough comprised of 3,175 acres and 410 people. Over this century, West Caldwell has come to be considered one of the most beautiful residential areas in all of Essex County. Designated since 1982 as a Township, our community today provides its 11,233 (2000 census) residents with a legacy of patriotism, pride in the present, and aspirations for an even brighter future.