Moving to or from Woodbridge?
New Jersey's sixth-oldest township — a sprawling Middlesex County community of 10 distinct villages including Iselin, Colonia, and Avenel, with major transit hubs at Metropark and Woodbridge stations, and one of NJ's largest retail districts at Woodbridge Center.
- 105,000 City population
- 20,000,000 Metro area
- 1669 Founded
- Middlesex County / Central New Jersey Region
Why people move to Woodbridge.
- Being New Jersey's sixth-oldest township and one of the oldest continuously-governed municipalities in America (1669)
- Having 10 distinct villages under a single township government
- Woodbridge Center — one of NJ's largest shopping malls
- Metropark station — a major NJ Transit and Amtrak hub
- Iselin's significant South Asian community (contiguous with Edison's Oak Tree Road)
- Location at the junction of I-95, Garden State Parkway, and multiple major arteries
Woodbridge Township is actually 10 distinct villages operating under a single township government: Woodbridge proper, Iselin, Colonia, Avenel, Fords, Sewaren, Port Reading, Keasbey, Hopelawn, and Menlo Park Terrace. Each village has its own character, post office, and sometimes school feeder patterns — a uniquely confusing arrangement for newcomers. 'Woodbridge' the name on mail varies by specific village.
Where people live in Woodbridge.
A quick guide to Woodbridge's most moved-to neighborhoods.
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Iselin
South Asian community hub, continuous with Edison's Oak Tree Road corridor
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Colonia
Upscale residential village with larger lots and top-rated schools
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Avenel
Diverse residential with mix of housing types and commercial
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Woodbridge proper
Township's historic core with town center and commercial district
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Fords
Residential village with family-oriented character
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Port Reading / Sewaren
Industrial-adjacent villages with more affordable housing
Where people spend their time in Woodbridge.
- Woodbridge Center Mall Woodbridge
- Oak Tree Road (continuation of Little India) Iselin
- Woodbridge Memorial Park Central Woodbridge
- Merrill Park Central Woodbridge
- Warinanco Park (nearby) Roselle-Elizabeth
- Menlo Park Mall (nearby Edison) Edison
Planning a Woodbridge move.
- Woodbridge's 10 villages have distinct characters and school feeders; confirm specific village when buying
- Metropark station provides excellent NJ Transit and Amtrak access to NYC and other Northeast Corridor destinations
- Property taxes are high (typical of NJ); factor into total housing cost
- Multiple major highways (I-95/NJ Turnpike, Garden State Parkway, US-1/9) create traffic but also accessibility
Moving in Woodbridge: FAQ.
Which Woodbridge village should I pick?
Depends on priorities. Colonia is more affluent with top-rated schools; Iselin has the South Asian community and commercial amenities; Avenel has diverse affordability; Woodbridge proper has township center services. Research specific feeder schools and commute patterns. The 'Woodbridge' mailing address covers several villages; USPS-preferred city may differ from legal township designation.
How's the NYC commute?
Excellent. Metropark NJ Transit station (technically in Iselin) has frequent Northeast Corridor service to NYC Penn Station in 30-45 minutes. Woodbridge station (on the North Jersey Coast Line) also serves commuters. Metropark is also an Amtrak station with Northeast Corridor service to Boston, DC, and beyond. Many Woodbridge residents commute to NYC daily.
What's Iselin's South Asian community?
Continuous with Edison's Oak Tree Road corridor — Oak Tree Road extends from Edison into Iselin with Indian, Pakistani, Bangladeshi, and Sri Lankan restaurants and shops. The Iselin side has equally deep community roots. Many South Asian families choose Iselin specifically for community access combined with Woodbridge Township amenities and Metropark commute access.
Why is Woodbridge 10 villages in one?
Historical accident. When Woodbridge was chartered in 1669, it covered a large area. As communities developed within the township, they were named but never separately incorporated — leaving Woodbridge as a single township government serving ten distinct villages. The arrangement works for government services but creates confusion for mail, directions, and identity. Each village retains strong community identity despite shared government.
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