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Willingboro, NJ

Willingboro Township (known from 1959 to 1963 as Levittown and Levittown Township) is a township in Burlington County, in the U.S. state of New Jersey. It is a suburb of Philadelphia and part of the state's South Jersey region. The township, and all of Burlington County, is a part of the Philadelphia-Reading-Camden combined statistical area and the Delaware Valley.

As of the 2020 United States Census, the township's population was 31,889, an increase of 260 (+0.8%) from the 2010 census count of 31,629, which in turn reflected a decline of 1,379 (−4.2%) from the 33,008 counted in the 2000 census.

The township has British roots going back to the 17th century. Abraham Levitt and Sons purchased and developed Willingboro land in the 1950s and 1960s as a planned community in their Levittown model.

The 1967 book The Levittowners, by sociologist Herbert J. Gans, was a famous case study in American urban sociology based on the development of Levittown. Willingboro later became a predominantly African American suburb.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 8.14 square miles (21.08 km2), including 7.73 square miles (20.01 km2) of land and 0.41 square miles (1.07 km2) of water (5.09%).

The township borders the Burlington County municipalities of Burlington Township, Delanco Township, Delran Township, Edgewater Park Township, Moorestown Township, Mount Laurel Township, and Westampton Township. Rancocas Creek drains Willingboro and forms its SW boundary while U.S. Route 130 forms its NW boundary.

Willingboro is home to Virtua Willingboro Hospital, which provides comprehensive medical services to residents. Additionally, the township offers health and wellness programs to promote community health. Divine Designs Salon & Spa offers a range of spa services including massages, facials, and nail treatments. Spa Day Luxe provides spa treatments such as massages, body wraps, and skincare services. Well-Balanced Massage & Wellness Center focuses on therapeutic massages and holistic wellness services. Planet Fitness offers a variety of workout equipment, group fitness classes, and a judgment-free atmosphere. Anytime Fitness is a 24/7 gym with cardio machines, strength training equipment, and virtual training options.

Top sites in Willingboro, NJ: The Fun Plex, Funzilla, Mill Creek Park. 

Population: Approximately 31,000 (2021). Elevation: 33 feet (10 meters). Area: 8.6 square miles (22.3 km²). ZIP Code: 08046. Area code: 609. 

FAQs

What is Willingboro, NJ known for?

Known for its natural beauty and mature trees, Willingboro maintains more than 178 acres of recreational park space: Millcreek Park, Broido Park, Fairmount Park, and Crystal Lake (which is stocked by New Jersey Fish and Game and is open to the public for fishing). With a population of over 30,000 residents, the township is comprised of twelve sections, also known as "parks". Additionally, the township's Willingboro Lakes Nature Preserve contains two lakes, which are home to a diverse population of fish, birds, and small animals.

Is Willingboro, NJ a nice place?

Willingboro Township is in Burlington County. Living in Willingboro Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Willingboro Township there are a lot of parks. Many young professionals live in Willingboro Township and residents tend to be liberal.

What are the demographics of Willingboro, NJ?

The 2010 United States census counted 31,629 people, 10,884 households, and 8,283 families in the township. The population density was 4,087.3 per square mile (1,578.1/km2). There were 11,442 housing units at an average density of 1,478.6 per square mile (570.9/km2). The racial makeup was 17.31% (5,475) White, 72.74% (23,007) Black or African American, 0.37% (117) Native American, 2.01% (635) Asian, 0.03% (10) Pacific Islander, 3.12% (988) from other races, and 4.42% (1,397) from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 8.65% (2,737) of the population. 

Sources

Township of Willingboro Township

Wikipedia

Niche

Virtua Willingboro Hospital

Divine Designs Salon & Spa

Spa Day Luxe

Well-Balanced Massage & Wellness Center

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

The Fun Plex

Funzilla

Mill Creek Park

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