Westwood is a borough in Bergen County, New Jersey, set within the Pascack Valley, a region of northern New Jersey defined by its namesake creek and the rail line that follows it. The borough sits inside the New York metropolitan area, and its history and daily rhythms are shaped by that proximity: many residents commute to New York City, using the borough's train station and the region's highways. Westwood was incorporated in 1894, during the wave of municipal incorporations that reshaped Bergen County at the close of the nineteenth century. The borough is traditionally known as the "Hub of the Pascack Valley," a reference to its central commercial role among the surrounding towns. Its downtown remains the borough's anchor — a walkable district of independent shops, restaurants, and services that serves not only Westwood but neighboring communities as well. That commercial core distinguishes Westwood from purely residential suburbs and gives it a small-town center with genuine daily utility. Housing in Westwood ranges from older single-family homes on tree-lined streets to multifamily options near the downtown and transit. The borough's schools, its train station on NJ Transit's Pascack Valley Line, and its proximity to Routes 17 and 4 all contribute to its appeal for families and commuters seeking Bergen County convenience with a more human-scale, village-like feel. Community life in Westwood is organized around the downtown and the borough's public institutions, with events and parades that draw residents from across the valley. The Pascack Valley Line's weekday-oriented schedule means many households blend rail commuting with driving, and the borough's highway access makes it a practical base for those whose work takes them around Bergen County or into the city. Westwood suits residents who value a compact, walkable town center, strong school options, and a manageable rail commute into the city, all within one of northern New Jersey's established suburban corridors.