Northvale

Northvale is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, United States. Located in the New York metropolitan area, it is a primarily residential community characterized by suburban neighborhoods and small commercial districts. It lies near the Hudson Palisades, with rolling hills and wooded preserves. The town borders several other Bergen County municipalities and is connected to regional roads that link to major highways.

The area developed from agricultural land in the 19th and early 20th centuries and began suburban growth after World War II.

Northvale uses the borough form of New Jersey municipal government, featuring a mayor and a borough council responsible for local ordinances, budgets, and services such as police, fire, and public works.

Public education is provided by local schools with elementary education and shared regional high school facilities in nearby districts. The economy is largely service- and commuter-oriented, with small shops serving residents.

The community maintains parks, recreational facilities, and events that reflect a suburban, family-oriented character.