Edison Township is one of the largest municipalities in Middlesex County and occupies a central location near New Jersey’s major highway and rail networks. Route 1 and Route 27 cross the township, while Interstate 287, the New Jersey Turnpike, and nearby Garden State Parkway connections provide regional access. Metropark station is an important Northeast Corridor stop for commuters and businesses. Edison contains established residential neighborhoods, large retail districts, office and research campuses, industrial areas, schools, parks, and several historic communities. The township’s name recognizes Thomas Edison, whose Menlo Park laboratory was located in the area and is commemorated by the Thomas Edison Center and Memorial Tower. Development varies widely, from older neighborhoods and local shopping streets to large corporate properties, distribution buildings, and modern commercial centers.