Bradley Beach New Jersey Map

About Bradley Beach, New Jersey

Bradley Beach is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 4,158. The population density is 2696.9 people per km². Bradley Beach is located at 40.2023°N, 74.0121°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Bradley Beach unfurls itself along the Atlantic coast, a ribbon of sand and sea facing east where the sky begins. The land here is low-lying, a gentle rise from the restless ocean to the more settled streets. Dunes, often bristling with sea grass that whispers in the salt-laced wind, form a natural barrier, their sandy slopes catching the sun in a warm, golden hue. Beyond the dunes, the terrain flattens, a coastal plain that embraces the neat rows of houses and the wider avenues, all oriented towards the shimmering expanse of water. The air itself carries a constant, subtle tang of brine, a clean, invigorating scent that mingles with the faint sweetness of blooming beach roses in the warmer months. The history of Bradley Beach is inextricably linked to the allure of the shore, its development spurred by the burgeoning popularity of seaside resorts in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Once a stretch of undeveloped coastline, it was envisioned as a place of leisure and escape, a vision that has largely endured. The local economy, while diversifying, still feels the pull of the summer season, with businesses catering to beachgoers and seasonal residents forming a significant part of its character. The iconic Bradley Beach Pier, though altered over time, remains a landmark, a place where generations have strolled, fished, and watched the waves roll in. Even now, on a quiet weekday morning, the distant cry of gulls and the rhythmic sigh of the surf are the dominant sounds, a constant reminder of the sea's enduring presence.

About This Bradley Beach Map Page

This page provides an interactive Google map of Bradley Beach, New Jersey with street, satellite and terrain views and integrated Street View imagery. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Bradley Beach and Monmouth County.

Detailed location data for Bradley Beach includes the ZIP code (07720), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment (Bradley Beach Borough School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Bradley Beach is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.