Denville, NJ

Denville is a charming suburban town located in Morris County, New Jersey. Nestled among the rolling hills of northern New Jersey, Denville provides small town charm about 35 miles west of New York City.

Population

Denville has a population of 17,107 residents according to the 2020 census. The community has grown modestly over the past decade, with new families attracted to Denville’s high quality of life.

Denville is predominantly white, and the population also includes Hispanic, Asian, and African American groups that add diversity.

History

Denville has a long history dating back to Native American times. The Lenni Lenape tribe inhabited the area before European settlers arrived in the early 18th century. Surveys began around 1715, and forges and mills rose along its waterways between 1730 and 1760.

Growth accelerated in the late 1800s as railroads connected Denville to major metropolitan areas. Denville’s natural beauty and small town feel drew families looking to escape nearby Newark and New York City.

Quality of Life

Residents enjoy an outstanding quality of life in Denville. The community boasts safe neighborhoods and abundant parks and recreation.

Denville hosts many community events through the year such as outdoor concerts and movie nights that bring residents together. The historic downtown district provides quaint shops and eateries to explore.

Healthcare

Denville residents have access to high-quality healthcare services. Saint Clare’s Hospital, Denville’s largest employer, is right in town.

For primary and preventive care, several private practice physician offices serve the community.

Safety

With dedicated police patrols and helpful neighborhood watch groups, Denville maintains exceptionally low crime rates. Violent crimes are rare occurrences.

Transportation

Denville enjoys convenient transportation access. Most employed residents commute by car, taking advantage of direct connections to I-80, US 46, Route 10 and Route 53. Parking is readily available.

For rail service, Denville station on NJ Transit’s Morristown and Montclair-Boonton lines offers direct service to New York Penn Station and Hoboken. Local bus routes also link to neighboring towns and cities.

Shopping and Dining

Downtown Denville provides an eclectic array of local shops and eateries.

Big box stores and national restaurants are available close by along Route 46. Rockaway Townsquare is a popular nearby mall. Residents have all their shopping and dining needs covered.

Education

The Denville Township School District serves pre-kindergarten through eighth grade at Lakeview Elementary, Riverview Elementary and Valleyview Middle School. Students in grades 9–12 usually attend Morris Knolls High School, part of the Morris Hills Regional High School District.

Private schools in the community include Morris Catholic High School and Assumption College for Sisters.

Points of Interest

• Lake Arrowhead: One of Denville’s four major residential lake communities.
• Tourne County Park: Hiking trails across more than 540 acres.