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Lower Pottsgrove, PA

Lower Pottsgrove Township is a township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States, approximately 30 miles (51 kilometers) northwest of Philadelphia and 18 miles (30 kilometers) southeast of Reading, along the Schuylkill River. The population was 12,059 at the 2010 census.

The name "Pottsgrove" originated from the 18th-century estate of John Potts, who built a stone mansion in Stowe (now in West Pottsgrove Township). After the American Revolution's Battle of Brandywine in 1777, part of the Potts Estate became an encampment for George Washington's troops. The encampment, known as Camp Pottsgrove, lasted about two weeks until Washington's troops moved on to the battle of Germantown. The name Camp Pottsgrove stayed even after the troops moved out.

Pottsgrove Township was formed on August 20, 1806, from portions of Douglass and New Hanover Townships. Pottsgrove Township was divided into Lower Pottsgrove and Upper Pottsgrove Townships on December 2, 1889. In 1899, the General Assembly passed a law grouping townships into two classes. At this time, Lower Pottsgrove Township became a township of the second class. Following its split from Upper Pottsgrove, Lower Pottsgrove Township experienced several annexations of territory from the neighboring Pottstown Borough.

On January 16, 1931, the Borough of Pottstown annexed two portions of Lower Pottsgrove Township: from Moser to Porter Road and an area bounded by Prospect to Mervine and Adams to Charlotte Streets because Pottstown believed “the township had been taking tax money for years and giving nothing in return.” In 1942, Pottstown annexed a little more than five acres bounded by North Hills Boulevard, Mulberry Street, and Keim Street. In November 1953, the voters of Lower Pottsgrove Township supported the Township becoming a first-class Township for the primary purpose of preventing further annexation by the Borough of Pottstown. Lower Pottsgrove Township became a first-class township on January 7, 1954. The Sanatoga Union Sunday School and Sunnybrook are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

In November 1953, the voters of Lower Pottsgrove Township supported the Township becoming a first-class Township for the primary purpose of preventing further annexation by the Borough of Pottstown. Lower Pottsgrove Township became a first-class township on January 7, 1954.

The Sanatoga Union Sunday School and Sunnybrook are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 8.0 square miles (20.8 km2), of which 7.9 square miles (20.5 km2) is land and 0.1 square mile (0.3 km2) (1.50%) is water. It is drained by the Schuylkill River, which separates it from Chester County. The township includes the Sanatoga CDP.

Health and wellness are integral aspects of life in Lower Pottsgrove. Pottstown Hospital provides comprehensive medical care, including primary care, specialty services, and emergency care. Planet Fitness and Anytime Fitness provide a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Pottstown YMCA offers comprehensive health and wellness services, including swimming, gym facilities, and wellness coaching. CrossFit Pottstown is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. TriCounty Chiropractic and Rehabilitation in Pottstown offers holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain. For those interested in martial arts, Fearless Martial Arts offers classes for all ages.
 

Top Sites in Lower Pottsgrove, PA: Memorial Park, American Treasure Tour Museum, Adventure Aquarium.
 

Population: 12,164 (2016). ZIP Codes: 19464. Area codes: 610. Elevation: 341 ft (104 m). Area: 8.04 sq mi (20.81 km2).
 

FAQs

What is the history of Lower Pottsgrove, PA?

The name "Pottsgrove" originated from the 18th-century estate of John Potts, who built a stone mansion in Stowe (now in West Pottsgrove Township). After the American Revolution's Battle of Brandywine in 1777, part of the Potts Estate became an encampment for George Washington's troops. The encampment, known as Camp Pottsgrove, lasted about two weeks until Washington's troops moved on to the battle of Germantown. The name Camp Pottsgrove stayed even after the troops moved out.

Is Lower Pottsgrove, PA a good place to live?

Lower Pottsgrove Township is in Montgomery County. Living in Lower Pottsgrove Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Lower Pottsgrove Township there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Lower Pottsgrove Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Lower Pottsgrove Township are above average.

What are the demographics of Lower Pottsgrove, PA?

Pottsgrove, PA is home to a population of 3.41k people, of which 99.8% are citizens. As of 2022, 2.99% of Pottsgrove, PA residents were born outside of the country (102 people). In 2022, there were 14.7 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (2.99k people) in Pottsgrove, PA than any other race or ethnicity. There were 204 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 118 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.
 

Sources

Wikipedia

Lower Pottsgrove Township

Niche

Data USA

Memorial Park

American Treasure Tour Museum

Adventure Aquarium

Pottstown Hospital

Planet Fitness

Anytime Fitness

Pottstown YMCA

CrossFit Pottstown

TriCounty Chiropractic and Rehabilitation in Pottstown

Fearless Martial Arts

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