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Maple Shade, NJ

Maple Shade Township is a township in Burlington County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States Census, the township's population was 19,980, an increase of 849 (+4.4%) from the 2010 census count of 19,131, which in turn reflected an increase of 0.3% from the 19,079 counted in the 2000 census. The township, and all of Burlington County, is a part of the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden combined statistical area and the Delaware Valley.

What is now Maple Shade was originally formed as Chester Township on November 6, 1688, and was known as Cropwell Township from June 5, 1690, through February 22, 1699. Chester was incorporated as one of New Jersey's initial 104 townships by an act of the New Jersey Legislature on February 21, 1798. Portions of the township were taken to form Cinnaminson Township (March 15, 1860) and Moorestown Township (March 11, 1922). The municipality's name was changed to Maple Shade Township as of November 6, 1945, based on the results of a referendum passed that same day.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 3.83 square miles (9.92 km2), including 3.83 square miles (9.91 km2) of land and <0.01 square miles (<0.01 km2) of water (0.03%).

The township borders Cinnaminson Township, Moorestown Township, and Mount Laurel Township in Burlington County; and Cherry Hill and Pennsauken Township in Camden County.

Additionally, Maple Shade is home to health and wellness services and healthcare facilities such as the Virtua Health System, ensuring that residents have access to quality medical care close to home. 24-Hour Fitness provides a variety of workout equipment, group fitness classes, and personal training services. Advanced Performance Chiropractic & Rehab provides chiropractic care, rehabilitation services, and wellness programs. Elements Massage focuses on personalized massage therapy sessions tailored to individual needs. Harmony Within specializes in therapeutic and relaxation massages to address specific needs. Hana Spa offers a variety of massage therapies including Swedish, deep tissue, and hot stone massages. 

Top sites in Maple Shade, NJ: Elite Climbing, Perkins Arts, Sky Zone. 

Population: Approximately 19,000 (2021). Elevation: 36 feet (11 meters). Area: 3.81 square miles (9.86 km²). ZIP Code: 08052. Area code: 856. 

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What are the demographics of Maple Shade, NJ?

The 2010 United States census counted 19,131 people, 8,525 households, and 4,655 families in the township. The population density was 5,006.1 per square mile (1,932.9/km2). There were 9,186 housing units at an average density of 2,403.7 per square mile (928.1/km2). The racial makeup was 78.62% (15,040) White, 9.54% (1,826) Black or African American, 0.16% (31) Native American, 5.65% (1,080) Asian, 0.03% (5) Pacific Islander, 3.14% (601) from other races, and 2.86% (548) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.32% (1,591) of the population.

Is it ideal to reside in Maple Shade, NJ?

Maple Shade is the perfect town to live in if you need to commute to Philly for work. Close to all major Philadelphia Bridges, you will be in Center City in no time. The nearby parks are just another great reason to live in Maple Shade, NJ! Strawbridge Park is a place with paved trails for walking, running, or biking. It also has some more secluded spaces to enjoy a picnic and areas for the kids to run around.

What is the history of Maple Shade, NJ?

Chester was incorporated as one of New Jersey’s initial 104 townships by an Act of the New Jersey Legislature on February 21, 1798. The name was changed to Maple Shade Township as of November 6, 1945, based on the results of a referendum passed that same day. The Settlement became more firmly established as a community in 1811, when the property was set aside by Joseph Burrough for the construction of a one-room brick schoolhouse, now known as the Little Red Schoolhouse, on Main Street, just west of Coles Avenue. The school served the residents of the Township for 97 years, closing in 1909.

Sources

Township of Maple Shade

Wikipedia

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Virtua Health System

24-Hour Fitness

Advanced Performance Chiropractic & Rehab

Elements Massage

Harmony Within

Hana Spa

Elite Climbing

Perkins Arts

Sky Zone

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