About Stanhope, NJ
Stanhope is a suburb of New York City with a population of 3,327. Stanhope is in Sussex County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in Stanhope offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Stanhope. The public schools in Stanhope are highly rated.
History of Stanhope, NJ
Stanhope was initially an unincorporated village, situated in the southern part of a formerly larger Byram Township. Byram, established as a municipal entity in 1798, was created out of old Newton Township. Remaining as part of the township throughout the 19th century, Stanhope finally incorporated as a separate borough in 1904.
