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Information on Cranford, Union County

Welcome to our dedicated page for Cranford, located in the state of New Jersey, Union County. Here, you will find detailed information about this city, including its geographical location, population data, administrative services, and local resources.

This page provides essential details such as the city hall's contact information, including its address, office hours, and ways to reach out via phone or email, making it easier for you to access city-related services. Additionally, we offer useful insights into key local services, including hospitals, schools, parks, and other points of interest in Cranford, Union County.

You can also explore up-to-date demographic statistics, learn about the city's history and unique features, and find answers to frequently asked questions regarding services and procedures.

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Cranford Township HALL, Union County

Cranford Township Hall's address	Cranford Cranford Municipal Building 8 Springfield Avenue Cranford, NJ 07016 United States
Phone number of Cranford Township Hall	+1 908-709-7200
Cranford, NJ email	Not available
Cranford official website	222
Mayor of Cranford	David Robinson
Union County, New Jersey: Vital Records	Cranford vital records
Birth Certificate	Order your New Jersey birth certificate online

Common questions about Cranford

What county is Cranford NJ in?

Cranford, NJ is located in Union County

Where is Cranford, New Jersey ?

Cranford lies in Union County and is located in the northeastern part of the United States within the state of New Jersey. It is situated about 15 miles southwest of Newark, and approximately 25 miles from New York City, making it part of the New York metropolitan area.

What is the cost of living in Cranford NJ ?

The cost of living in Cranford, New Jersey (Union County) is relatively high. Housing prices average around $500,000, while monthly transportation costs can reach approximately $150. Grocery prices are slightly above the national average, with a typical monthly grocery bill around $400 for a family. Overall, residents should expect elevated living expenses.

Cranford administrative division

Country	United States
State	New Jersey
County	Union - other counties in New Jersey

Cranford building department, NJ

If you're planning a construction or renovation project in Cranford, NJ, securing the necessary permits is an essential step. To request permits for your building endeavors, you must visit the Building Department located in the Municipal Building at 8 Springfield Avenue, Cranford. It's important to reach out to this office to obtain detailed information on associated costs and the typical processing times for your application. Ensuring you have the latest details from the local officials will help streamline your project and keep it compliant with local regulations.

Office	Cranford Building Department
City	Cranford
State	NJ
Address	8 Springfield Avenue, Cranford, NJ 07016
Phone	908-709-7213
Website	https://www.cranfordnj.org/building-department

Demography of Cranford

Name of Cranford inhabitants (demonym)	Not available
Date	Current value	Classed by Region/Country
Population	22 625 inhabitants	70 / 1 530
Population density in Cranford	4 687,9 pop/sq mi (1 810,0 pop/km²)

Cranford Township (NJ) statistics

Cranford NJ Median household income	$109,746
Cranford NJ Poverty rate	4.7%
Cranford NJ Unemployment rate	4.5%
Cranford NJ Educational attainment	95.1%

Air quality

Cranford Air Quality Today	55 (Moderate)

List of Passport Facilities in Cranford, NJ

Where to apply for a passport in Cranford, NJ? There are 1 passport offices in Cranford, try one of these:

Name	Street	Phone number
CRANFORD POST OFFICE	3 MILN STREET	9082763506

Top 3 most popular banks in Cranford

There are 14 bank branches in Cranford.
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association is the most popular bank in Cranford with 2 branch offices, followed by Bank of America, National Association with 1 branch offices and then Crown Bank with 1 branch offices.

Find below all bank branches in Cranford:

Bank's name	Number of branch offices	Service Type
Wells Fargo Bank, National Association	2	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Bank of America, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Crown Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Investors Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
New York Community Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Roselle Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Santander Bank, N.A.	1	Limited Service Facility Office
Spencer Savings Bank, SLA	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
TD Bank, National Association	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Two River Community Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Union County Savings Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office
Valley National Bank	1	Full Service Brick and Mortar Office

Cranford administrative numbers

Cranford Township code	3415640
Cranford Township postcode	07016

Toponymy and translation of Cranford

Spanish: Municipio de Cranford	Japanese: クランフォード	Korean: 크랜퍼드
Russian: Кранфорд	Chinese: 克兰福德

Transportation modes in Cranford

Airport	Linden Airport 4.1 miles Newark Liberty International Airport 7.5 miles Morristown Municipal Airport 11.5 miles

Cranford territory

Cranford area	4,83 sq mi (12,50 km²)
Cranford altitude	79 Altitude feet
Geographical coordinates	Latitude: 40.6564 Longitude: -74.3036 Latitude: 40° 39' 23'' North Longitude: 74° 18' 13'' West
Time zone	UTC -5:00 (America/New_York) Summer time : UTC -4:00 Winter time : UTC -5:00
Local time
Namesake of Cranford	Cranford, England, Royaume-Uni
Natural parks	Cranford isn't part of a natural park

What is Cranford close to?

Nearby cities include: Garwood, Winfield Township, Kenilworth and Roselle Park

Springfield	Kenilworth	Kenilworth
Garwood		Winfield Township
Garwood	Garwood	Winfield Township

Garwood 1.1 miles	Winfield Township 1.6 miles	Kenilworth 1.6 miles
Roselle Park 2 miles	Westfield 2.1 miles	Roselle 2.3 miles
Clark 2.5 miles	Union Township 3.2 miles	Springfield 3.3 miles
Mountainside 3.4 miles	Rahway 3.6 miles	Scotch Plains 3.9 miles
Linden 4.1 miles	Fanwood 4.4 miles	Hillside 4.8 miles
Summit 5.2 miles	Maplewood 5.3 miles	Elizabeth 5.8 miles
Millburn 6 miles	Irvington 6 miles	New Providence 6.2 miles

Distance between Cranford and other main cities and towns

Los Angeles : 2443 miles	Houston : 1404 miles	Philadelphia : 63 miles closest
Phoenix : 2124 miles	San Antonio : 1568 miles	San Diego : 2411 miles
Dallas : 1354 miles	San Jose : 2535 miles	Jacksonville : 825 miles
Indianapolis : 628 miles	San Francisco : 2587 miles	Austin : 1496 miles
Columbus : 460 miles	Fort Worth : 1384 miles	Charlotte : 518 miles
Distances are calculated as the crow flies

Schools in Cranford, NJ

Elementary schools in Cranford

Bloomingdale Avenue School

District of Cranford Public School District
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 2
Students : 250

Brookside Place School

District of Cranford Public School District
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 5
Students : 344

Hillside Avenue School

District of Cranford Public School District
Lowest grade : K, Highest grade : 8
Students : 771

Livingston Avenue School

District of Cranford Public School District
Lowest grade : 3, Highest grade : 5
Students : 249

Orange Avenue School

District of Cranford Public School District
Lowest grade : 3, Highest grade : 8
Students : 764

Walnut Avenue School

District of Cranford Public School District
Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 2
Students : 321

High schools in Cranford

Cranford High School

District of Cranford Public School District
Lowest grade : 9, Highest grade : 12
Students : 1208

Private schools in Cranford

Jardine Academy

Students : 80

St Michael School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : 8
Students : 306

Trinity Episcopal Day School

Lowest grade : PK, Highest grade : K
Students : 110

World heritage site close to Cranford Township

Statue of Liberty

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