Lincroft New Jersey Map

About Lincroft, New Jersey

Lincroft is a locality in Monmouth County, New Jersey, United States. It has a population of approximately 6,939. The population density is 477.3 people per km². Lincroft is located at 40.3307°N, 74.1210°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone.

Lincroft unfolds across a landscape of gentle swells and verdant woodlands, a place where the air often carries the scent of pine and damp earth. It lies 4.4 miles south of Middletown, NJ (from Middletown, NJ: bearing 183°T), and is situated 5.0 miles north of Monmouth. Rolling hills, softened by centuries of cultivation and natural growth, define the terrain, interspersed with stands of mature oak and maple that offer a dappled shade in the warmer months. The roads here are often winding, following the contours of the land, and the houses, ranging from historic farmhouses to more modern dwellings, seem to settle comfortably into their surroundings, as if they, too, have grown from the soil. Even the sky above Lincroft possesses a certain character, at times a vast, pale blue, at others a dramatic canvas of bruised clouds presaging a summer storm, always lending a subtle, shifting mood to the everyday. The history of Lincroft is deeply entwined with the agricultural legacy of Monmouth County, a heritage that still whispers through the remnants of old farms and the enduring rural character of the area. For generations, this land was tended by those who understood its rhythms, cultivating crops and raising livestock, a foundation that shaped the very fabric of Lincroft. While the agricultural roots remain, the local economy has diversified, embracing education and services, with notable institutions like Brookdale Community College drawing students and faculty, infusing the locality with a vibrant, intellectual energy. Beyond the college, the proximity to larger economic centers allows for a blend of suburban comfort and access to broader opportunities, yet Lincroft retains its distinct identity, a quiet testament to its enduring connection to the land and its evolving present.

About This Lincroft Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Lincroft, New Jersey — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.330666, -74.120975. 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 Lincroft and Monmouth County.

Detailed location data for Lincroft includes the ZIP code (07738), telephone area code (732, 848), county seat of Monmouth County (Freehold), and school district assignment (Middletown Township 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 Lincroft is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.