About Winfield, NJ
Westfield is a suburb of New York City with a population of 29,690. Westfield is in Union County and is one of the best places to live in New Jersey. Living in Westfield offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Westfield there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families live in Westfield. The public schools in Westfield are highly rated.
History of Winfield, NJ
The area was settled in the late 17th century as part of the Elizabethtown Tract. Westfield was originally formed as a township on January 27, 1794, from portions of Elizabeth Township, while the area was still part of Essex County, and was incorporated on February 21, 1798. It became part of the newly-formed Union County on March 19, 1857. The Town of Westfield was incorporated on March 4, 1903, replacing Westfield Township.
