History
Colts Neck Township was originally inhabited by Native Americans who lived near the Yellow and Mine brooks. The land was claimed by various European powers until it became part of Monmouth County in 1683.
The township was first named Atlantic Township in 1847, but changed its name to Colts Neck Township in 1962 after a popular coastal area that resembled a horse’s neck. The township played a role in the American Revolution as part of the Battle of Monmouth in 17781.
The township also has several historical landmarks, such as the Montrose Schoolhouse (c. 1812), the Colts Neck Inn (c. 1717), and the Laird & Company Distillery (c. 1780)
Demographics
As of 2020, Colts Neck Township had a population of 9,957 people, with a median age of 47.6 years. The racial composition was 87.1% white, 6.1% Asian, 3.9% Hispanic or Latino, 1.8% black or African American, and 1.1% other races.
The median household income was $173,750, and the poverty rate was 2.6%3. The township had 3,397 households, with an average size of 2.93 people per household.
Education
Colts Neck Township is served by two public school districts: Colts Neck Township Schools for pre-kindergarten through eighth grade, and Freehold Regional High School District for ninth through twelfth grade.
The township also has several private schools, such as Ranney School (pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade), St Mary’s School (pre-kindergarten through eighth grade), and Conover Road Primary School (pre-kindergarten through second grade).
Economy
Colts Neck Township is mainly a residential community that attracts wealthy commuters who work in New York City or Philadelphia. The township has strict zoning ordinances that prevent urban development and chain stores from entering its rural landscape. The township is known for its horse farms, orchards, vineyards, golf courses, and parks.
Health
Colts Neck Township is part of Monmouth County’s health department, which provides various services such as immunizations, disease prevention, environmental health, animal control, and emergency preparedness.
The township also has access to several hospitals and clinics in nearby towns, such as CentraState Medical Center in Freehold, Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, and Hackensack Meridian Health Urgent Care in Holmdel. The township also offers free transportation for senior citizens and disabled residents to access health care facilities
According to the U.S. Census Bureau, 97.4% of Colts Neck Township’s population had health insurance coverage in 20193. The most common types of health insurance were employer-based (69.6%), Medicare (16.8%), direct-purchase (10.7%), and Medicaid (3.5%)3.
The township had a total of 1,057 health care and social assistance establishments in 2017, with a total revenue of $2.8 billion. The township also had a lower rate of premature deaths (4.6 per 1,000 population) than the state average (5.9 per 1,000 population) in 2019.
Points of Interest
Colts Neck Township has several points of interests that appeal to different tastes and preferences. Here are some examples:
- Delicious Orchards: A family-owned farm market that offers fresh produce, baked goods, gourmet foods, gift baskets, and more. You can also enjoy seasonal events such as apple picking, pumpkin patch, hayrides, and cider tasting.
- Dorbrook Park Recreation Area: A 535-acre park that features a sprayground, playgrounds, tennis courts, basketball courts, soccer fields, baseball fields, trails, picnic areas, and a visitor center. You can also join various programs and activities such as nature walks, arts and crafts, sports camps, and fitness classes.
- Big Brook Preserve: A 250-acre nature preserve that contains a stream where you can find fossils of ancient marine life such as sharks’ teeth. You can also explore the trails that lead to scenic views of wetlands and forests.
- Source Farmhouse Brewery: A craft brewery that produces beers using local ingredients such as honey, fruits, herbs, and grains. You can also enjoy live music events , food trucks , outdoor seating, and tours of the brewery.
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