Westfield City Property Records in New Jersey

Westfield is a town in Union County with established residential neighborhoods and a busy downtown. Property records include deeds, mortgages, liens, assessments and tax history.

Deeds and mortgages are recorded with the Union County Clerk. The Town of Westfield Tax Assessor maintains assessment values and ownership details, and the Union County Board of Taxation reviews assessment appeals. The New Jersey Division of Taxation publishes statewide property tax guidance.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$212,700
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$930,500
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$10,003
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$2,211 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
80%
Population
Population:
30,760

Westfield Property and Community Statistics

What Are the Crime Rates

This section covers reported crime in Westfield, New Jersey. It provides counts for violent crimes, including murders, robberies, and assaults, as well as property crimes, including total property crimes, burglaries, and motor vehicle thefts.

The reported figures show 0 murders, 1 robbery, and 4 assaults. For property crimes, the data lists 173 total property crimes, 19 burglaries, and 13 motor vehicle thefts.

Users can use these counts to see which types of crime were reported in Westfield and how often each type appears in the data. The figures describe reported incidents only and do not capture every crime that occurred in the city.

Robberies
Robberies:
1
Burglary
Burglary:
19
Murder
Murder:
0
Auto Theft
Auto Theft:
13
Theft
Theft:
141
Assault
Assault:
4
Sex Offenders
Sex Offenders:
0

What Is the Population Profile of Westfield

Westfield's population is primarily White, which makes up 76% of residents (23,525 people). Asian residents and Hispanic residents are the second- and third-largest groups, at 9% each (2,684 and 2,631). Residents of two or more races account for 4% (1,120), Black residents for 2% (531), and other races for 0.68% (210). American Indian residents are listed at 0.19% (59), and Pacific Islander residents at 0% (0).

White
76%
23,525
Hispanic
9%
2,631
Asian
9%
2,684
Two + Races
4%
1,120
Black
2%
531
Other Race
0.68%
210
American Indian
0.19%
59
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Westfield, Ratings Compared Across New Jersey A+

Westfield's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city, from schools and health to coffee shops and cost of living. Its highest ratings are Public Schools (A+), Health & Fitness (A+), and Access to Coffee Shops (A+). Other notable ratings include Jobs (A-), Walkability (B+), and Cost of Living (C+). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Westfield.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
C+
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A+
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A
Nightlife
Nightlife
A-
Weather
Weather
B-
Commute
Commute
B
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
A+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
A+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
B-
Good for Families
Good for Families
A+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A
Housing
Housing
B
Jobs
Jobs
A-
Walkability
Walkability
B+

How Educated Is Westfield

Westfield's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (39%), Masters Degree (26%), and High School (9%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
39%
Masters Degree
26%
High School
9%
Some College
6%
Associate Degree
4%
Doctorate
3%
Below High School
2%

When Were Homes Built

Westfield's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during Before 1939 (36%), followed by 1940 - 1959 (27%) and 1960 - 1979 (16%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

Before 1939
36%
1940 - 1959
27%
1960 - 1979
16%
2000 - Present
12%
1980 - 1999
10%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Westfield's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 4 Bedrooms (36%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (25%) and 5 or More Bedrooms (17%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

4 Bedrooms
36%
3 Bedrooms
25%
5 or More Bedrooms
17%
2 Bedrooms
11%
1 Bedroom
9%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Westfield's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 45 - 54 (17%), Under 10 (15%), and 65 Plus (15%). The data also includes other available age groups.

45 - 54
17%
Under 10
15%
65 Plus
15%
10 - 17
14%
55 - 64
13%
35 - 44
13%
25 - 34
7%
18 - 24
6%

Property Market Trends at Westfield

Westfield's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $930,500. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $2,211 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Westfield's dynamic real estate landscape.

Westfield Assessor Office

Union County Board of Taxation office

Street:
300 North Avenue East
City:
Westfield
County:
Union
State:
NJ
Zip Code:
07090
Phone:
908-527-4775
Fax:
908-527-4779
Hours:
Monday-Friday (8 AM - 4 PM)

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