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Spring Hill, FL

Spring Hill is a census-designated place (CDP) in Hernando County, Florida, United States. The population was 113,568 at the 2020 census, up from 98,621 at the 2010 census. Spring Hill belongs to Florida's Nature Coast region and is in the Tampa-St. Petersburg-Clearwater metro area. It is east of Hernando Beach, southwest of Brooksville, and north of Tampa.

Spring Hill was formerly a large tract of endangered Longleaf Pine Ecosystem and Sand Pine Scrub with very high biodiversity and a haven for many imperiled species, and most of it remained unchanged until the 1970s with large-scale deforestation. It first appeared on Hernando County maps as early as 1856 along what is today Fort Dade Avenue just north of the community of Wiscon. The modern Spring Hill was founded in 1967 as a planned community, which was developed by the Deltona Corporation and the Mackle Brothers. The developers originally wanted to call the community Spring Lake and used that as the working name throughout the development process. They were forced to use a different name due to the name Spring Lake already being in use locally and chose Spring Hill. The plans for the community are identical to the community of Deltona. The Mackle Brothers sold many of the properties and land in the area through intense advertising. It has since become a sprawling semi-city in its own right, though it is an unincorporated area. The main entrance to the original development is marked by the Spring Hill waterfall on Spring Hill Drive and U.S. Route 19 (Commercial Way).

Spring Hill's proximity to Tampa, 40 miles (64 km) to the south, and the completion of the Suncoast Parkway in 2001 have made the community easily accessible to the Tampa-St. Petersburg area.

Spring Hill is located in southwestern Hernando County at 28°28′44″N 82°32′52″W (28.478929, & 82.547732). It is bordered to the west by Timber Pines; to the north by Weeki Wachee, North Weeki Wachee, High Point, Brookridge, and Wiscon; and the east by South Brooksville, Garden Grove, and Masaryktown. To the south, it is bordered by Shady Hills and Heritage Pines in Pasco County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, Spring Hill has a total area of 62.2 square miles (161.2 km²), of which 59.8 square miles (154.9 km²) are land and 2.4 square miles (6.3 km²), or 3.94%, is water. The U.S. Postal Service recommends that "Spring Hill" be used as the mailing address for ZIP Code 34610 in neighboring Pasco County. The Spring Hill CDP does not extend into Pasco County; instead, this mailing area is partially covered by the Shady Hills and Quail Ridge CDPs.

Ensuring access to quality healthcare services, Spring Hill's medical facilities, including Bayfront Health Spring Hill, cater to the health and wellness of residents. NovaCare Rehabilitation is offering physical therapy services for sports injuries, orthopedic conditions, post-stroke rehabilitation, pediatric therapy, and women's health. Orthopedic Center of Florida provides orthopedic-focused physical therapy, including joint replacement rehabilitation, spine therapy, sports medicine, and hand therapy. The Ritz-Carlton Spa, Orlando, Grande Lakes offers a luxurious retreat with a range of treatments including massages, facials, and body therapies. The Breakers Palm Beach is situated in Palm Beach, this historic resort features a lavish spa offering ocean-inspired treatments, wellness programs, and beauty services. Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach boasts a stunning design and a wide array of services such as massages, body scrubs, and hydrotherapy.

Top sites in Spring Hill, FL are Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Nursery, Veterans Memorial Park, and Stage West Playhouse.

Population: 116,882 (2022). Elevation: 135 ft (41 m). ZIP Code: 34609. Area Code: 352. Area: 62.3 square miles.

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Is Spring Hill, FL a good place to live?

Spring Hill is more affordable than many similar U.S. cities. According to Citytistics, the crime rates in Spring Hill are low, and the city is safer than most. Low crime rates make Spring Hill much more pleasant and inviting for retirees and young families alike. Spring Hill is located on the Gulf Coast, bringing bonuses like cooler summer nights and pleasant mornings. This is the perfect area for an avid outdoorsman who enjoys boating, fishing, and other water sports. Spring Hill, Florida, is a good place to live. It’s got excellent weather, low crime rates, and an affordable cost of living. Plus, more than enough opportunities to enjoy the great outdoors.

Why are houses so cheap in Spring Hill, FL?

Location plays a significant role in the Spring Hill housing market recovery and the cheap home prices. Located approximately one hour (driving distance) from Tampa, Spring Hill features single-family homes. Due to its quiet country setting, Spring Hill saw a slower market recovery than the rest of the state. The Suncoast Parkway, the major expressway connecting Spring Hill to Tampa and the rest of Florida, has been revamped, and therefore the area has opened up to area amenities.

What is the crime rate in Spring Hill, FL?

The crime rate in Spring Hill is considerably higher than the national average across all communities in America from the largest to the smallest, although at 13 crimes per one thousand residents, it is not among the communities with the very highest crime rate. The chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime in Spring Hill is 1 in 75. Based on FBI crime data, Spring Hill is not one of the safest communities in America. Relative to Florida, Spring Hill has a crime rate that is higher than 56% of the state's cities and towns of all sizes.

Sources

Hernando County

Wikipedia

Bayfront Health Spring Hill

NovaCare Rehabilitation

Orthopedic Center of Florida

Ritz-Carlton Spa

Breakers Palm Beach

Lapis Spa at Fontainebleau Miami Beach

Nature Coast Botanical Gardens and Nursery 

Veterans Memorial Park 

Stage West Playhouse

Hideaway Storage

Neighborhood Scout

Sink Hole Maps

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