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Falls Township, PA

Falls Township is a suburban Philadelphia township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 34,300 at the 2010 census. Portions of Fairless Hills and Levittown, Pennsylvania, are located in the township. Portions of Falls Township are called Morrisville and Yardley, due to the location of the Morrisville Post Office outside the Borough of Morrisville in Falls Township. As originally chartered in 1692, the villages of Morrisville and Tullytown were part of Falls Township. Morrisville was granted borough status in 1804. Tullytown was established as a borough in 1891.

Dutch settlements here were established as early as 1616. Several colonists came to Falls Township before William Penn founded Pennsylvania in 1681, including William Biles.

Fallsington is the only settlement of this period that has been in continuous use. Fallsington is an example of a crossroads village typical of the time. The Bucks County Courthouse, established in 1663, is said to have been located in Fallsington until it was moved to Bristol in 1705. The Friends Meeting, whose first meetings were held at the home of William Biles on Biles Island, found a site for a brick meeting house, built about 1690 in Fallsington on 6 acres (0.024 km²) of land that had been donated by Samuel Burges. Also in 1690, Thomas Janney donated 72 acres (0.29 km²) of land to be used as the Quaker burial grounds for the Falls Monthly Meeting. William Penn donated a tract of 120 acres (0.49 km²), for a Falls commons. The township itself was established in 1692. Numerous villages were located within the township, with Fallsington being the center of social and commercial activity in the township. Morrisville was another prominent village until it was partitioned as a borough in 1804. Tullytown was also a village until it was partitioned as a borough in 1891.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 26.6 square miles (69 km²), of which 22.3 square miles (58 km²) is land and 4.3 square miles (11 km²) (16.11%) is water.  Natural features include Biles Island, Common Creek, Martins Creek, Mint Island, Queen Anne Creek, Scotts Creek, and Turkey Hill. Falls Township contains the easternmost point of Pennsylvania's southern half.

Falls Township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Jefferson Bucks Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Buck County Community College Fitness Center and Fitness 1440 offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. For those looking to stay active indoors, Northeast Racquet Club and Fitness Center provide comprehensive fitness options, including tennis and racquetball courts. Yoga practitioners can find peace and flexibility at Yoga International, offering classes for all levels.  If relaxation and rejuvenation are on the agenda, The Lodge at Woodloch is a luxury spa resort offering a wide range of wellness treatments and services. Outdoor enthusiasts can also enjoy the Lehigh Gorge State Park, perfect for biking, hiking, and scenic views.

Top sites in Falls Township, PA include Pennsbury Manor, Bushkill Falls, and Emanon Country Club.

Population: 33,714 (2016). Elevation: 108 feet (33 m). Area: 26.4 square miles (68.4 km²). ZIP Code: 19030. Area code(s): 215, 267.

FAQs

Is Falls Township, PA a good place to live?

Falls Township is in Bucks County. Living in Falls Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Falls Township there are a lot of restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many young professionals live in Falls Township and residents tend to lean conservative.

What are the demographics of Falls Township, PA?

As of the 2010 census, the township was 84.1% Non-Hispanic White, 5.8% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 4.2% Asian, and 2.1% were two or more races. 4.4% of the population were of Hispanic or Latino ancestry. The median income for a household in the township was $50,129, and the median income for a family was $57,033. Males had a median income of $41,200 versus $30,117 for females. 

What is the history of Falls Township, PA?

Falls Township, located in Lower Bucks County, is an area rich in history. Even before William Penn became the proprietor of Pennsylvania in 1681, several colonists had come to Falls. The first group of settlers to take up permanent residence in the village were the English Quakers. Transportation played a major role in the growth of the township. 

Sources

Township of Falls Township

Wikipedia

Niche

Pennsbury Manor

Bushkill Falls

Emanon Country Club

Jefferson Bucks Hospital

Buck County Community College Fitness Center

Fitness 1440

Northeast Racquet Club and Fitness Center

Yoga International

The Lodge at Woodloch

Lehigh Gorge State Park

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