Introduction


  
  Community Information

Population

Total Population 20,124
Population Density 326 Persons/Sq. Mile
Female Population 10,281
Male Population 9,844
Median Age 38.36 Years
Percentage Population Change since 1990 78%
Percentage Population Change Since 2000 0%

Colleges

Nearest 2-Year Public College OCEAN COUNTY COLLEGE
Distance to OCEAN COUNTY COLLEGE 7 Miles
Nearest 4-Year Public College GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY
Distance to GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY 17 Miles

Households and Income

Total Number of Households 7,735
Family Households 5,683
Average Family Size 3.13
Average Household Income $70,862
Median Household Income $64,346
Percentage Income Change Since 1990 78%
Percentage Income Change Since 2000 0%

Crime Rates Compared to National Average

The National Average is designated 1.0 - A value of 2.0 represents twice as much risk while a value of 0.5 represents half as much risk.
Total Crime Risk 0.04
Total Crime Risk (County) 0.45
Personal Crime Risk (County) 0.37
Murder Risk (County) 0.35
Rape Risk (County) 0.39
Robbery Risk 0.33
Assault Risk (County) 0.38
Property Risk (County) 0.52
Burglary Risk (County) 0.65
Larceny Risk (County) 0.70
Motor Vehicle Theft Risk (County) 0.28

Environment

Average July High Temperature 86.1° F
Average January Low Temperature 21.8° F
Annual Precipitation 48.81 inches
Air Pollution Index 114% of National Average

Miscellaneous

Sales Tax Rate 7%
Nearest Airport ATLANTIC CITY INTERNATIONAL
Distance to ATLANTIC CITY INTERNATIONAL 36 Miles
Nearest Major Sports Team LAKEWOOD BLUECLAWS (A)
Distance to LAKEWOOD BLUECLAWS (A) 16 Miles

  
  School Information
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School NameGradesAddress
LACEY MIDDLE SCHOOL7 - 9660 DENTON AVE, FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
FORKED RIVER ELEMENTARY SCHOOLK - 5110 LACEY RD, FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
 
  Neighborhood Establishments

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Type of BusinessNameAddress
BANKSBANK OF AMERICA711 LACEY RD FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
BANKSCOMMERCE BANK106 N MAIN ST FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
BANKSCOMMERCE BANK717 N MAIN ST FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
BANKSHUDSON CITY SAVINGS BANK782 W LACEY RD FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
BANKSKEARNY FEDERAL SAVINGS BANK60 N MAIN ST FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
BANKSOCEAN FIRST BANK900 LACEY RD FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
BANKSWACHOVIA BANK750 W LACEY RD FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
HOSPITALSCENTER FOR KIDS & FAMILY591 LACEY RD FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
ART AND MUSEUMSLACEY HISTORICAL MUSEUM126 S MAIN ST FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
ZOOS GARDENS AQUARIUMSPOPCORN PARK ZOO1 HUMANE WAY FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731



  Recent Home Sale Data ( click to expand )
 

Previous quarter's home sale average by Zip Code. Click zip code to view homes for sale.
 Total SoldMedian PriceAverage Price
08731331$250,000$292,601
Displaying 1-10 of 42 in $200-500k range
Waterfront Lot with NEW Bulkhead,NEW Deck & NEW Dock, READY TO BE BUILT UPON! Right Near the Bay! Perfect set up to build & be able to Watch the Sunset Everyday from your own Yard or Deck area! What more do you need?
 807 Spar Dr
 Forked River, NJ 08731
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$480,000

Beautiful 4/2.5 Ranch w/ all the amenities, but wait! An atteached but separate apt. for a family member to have thier own privacy all on the same 1st.level w/ its own entry. Main house has 2 c. gar.& bsmt.Apt.has its own heat & c/a.,bed.,bath,kit/lv.rm. Beautiful Cranberry Hill.Almost a half acre corner lot.Ing.pool,fenced yard.A rare find in Lacey & enjoy their good schools and low taxes.Close to GSP X74. Ung.sprinkers on sep/well. Fenced yard, large deck, ing.pool, large shed and ext.lighting
 403 SENTINAL DR
 FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
 5 bedrooms view property details > 
 3 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$439,900

Motivated Seller has Selected another Home & Will accommodate a QUICK Closing! Spacious Custom 4 Bdrm 2.5 Ba Colonial Home situated on 1.14 Acres (250' x 200'), features, PRIVACY, Full Bsmt, Trex Deck, Sprinkler Sys., In-ground pool and much more. Priced to Sell! Located in the Bamber Lake Section of Lacey Twp.
 2510 DOVER RD
 FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$429,900

Motivated Seller has Selected another Home & Will accommodate a QUICK Closing! Spacious Custom 4 Bdrm 2.5 Ba Colonial Home situated on 1.14 Acres (250 x 200), features, PRIVACY, Full Bsmt, Trex Deck, Sprinkler Sys., In-ground pool and much more. Priced to Sell! Located in the Bamber Lake Section of Lacey Twp.
 
 Forked River, NJ 08731
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$429,900

Waterfront ranch in Sunrise Beach.Has new vinyl bulkheading and a new deck. 3 bedroom and 2 baths, with large eat in kitchen.75 FEET ON THE WATER ON A DEEP LAGOON.
 811 LEEWARD DR
 FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$429,000

Waterfront ranch in Sunrise Beach.Has a new vinyl bulkhead and deck.3 bedroom and 2 baths with a large eat-in kitchen.Update it as you like and bring the boat.
 
 Forked River, NJ 08731
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms
$429,000

To be built quality constructed home; built by one of the best local builders in town. This home features 4 beds 2 1/2 bath open floor plan, living room, dining room, family room w/gas fireplace, master bedroom w/ private master bath located in desirable Lacey township, home is close to shopping, outstanding restaurants, lakes, marinas, Barnegat bay, terrific school systems.
 803 DEVON ST
 FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$389,000

To be built quality home. featuring Living room, Dining Room Family room w/gas fireplace 4 bed 2 1/2 bath, in desirable lacey township, home is close to lakes, marinas great schools
 1346 LEE WAY
 FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$389,000

To be built quality home. featuring Living room, Dining Room Family room w/gas fireplace 4 bed 2  bath, in desirable lacey township, home is close to lakes, marinas great schools
 
 Forked River, NJ 08731
 4 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$389,000

STYLE, QUALITY, VALUE! This desirable Bryan model is a charming Colonial with pristine beauty featuring 3 BD's, 2.5 BA's,full basement,kit with center island,ceramic flrs,&a breakfast nook,hardwood flrs in liv and din rm,family rm has gas fireplace,and cathedral ceilings. Master bedroom has cathedral ceilings with walk-in closet.Whirlpool tub in master bath with ceramic flrs and cathedral ceiling.Once you see it you'll want to own it! 1st time Buyer may receive NJ. Grant (Smart Start Program).
 451 PENN AVE
 FORKED RIVER, NJ 08731
 3 bedrooms view property details > 
 2 bathrooms, 1 half bathrooms
$379,000
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