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Lower Saucon, PA

Lower Saucon Township is a township in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, United States. The township's population was 10,772 as of the 2010 census. The township is part of the Lehigh Valley metropolitan area, which had a population of 861,899 and was the 68th-most populous metropolitan area in the U.S. as of the 2020 census.

Lower Saucon Township is located 6 miles (9.7 km) east of Allentown, 58.9 miles (94.8 km) north of Philadelphia, and 83.6 miles (134.5 km) west of New York City. Addresses nearby in the township are either Hellertown or Bethlehem.

Until the mid-17th century, Lenape Native American tribes hunted and inhabited the land of Lower Saucon Township. European traders first arrived in the area in the 17th century, and the Lenape peacefully traded with them except for several periodic skirmishes. William Penn, who later founded the colonial-era Province of Pennsylvania, one of the initial Thirteen Colonies, was granted land on March 4, 1681, by King George III to repay a debt owed to Penn's father, a Royal Navy officer of the same name.

The land grant included what is now Lower Saucon Township. However, Penn soon realized that he needed to purchase the land from the Native Americans to maintain clear ownership. Penn advertised throughout Europe, offering 100-acre (0.40 km²) parcels of land for 40 shillings, subject to a rent of one shilling per annum forever.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 24.3 square miles (62.9 km²), of which 24.1 square miles (62.5 km²) is land and 0.2 square miles (0.4 km²) (0.62%) is water. The township is in the Delaware watershed and borders the Lehigh River to the north, which drains Lower Saucon, except for the Leithsville area in the extreme south, which is drained by Cooks Creek east into the Delaware River. There are nine villages in the township: Bingen, Colesville, Leithsville, Lower Saucon, Redington, Seidersville, Steel City, Wassergass, and Wydnor.

Lower Saucon places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest provides comprehensive medical care, including primary care, specialty services, and emergency care. Maxx Fitness Club provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. The Greater Valley YMCA offers comprehensive health and wellness services, including swimming, gym facilities, and wellness coaching. CrossFit Lehigh Valley is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. Saucon Valley Dance Conservatory offers dance classes that promote physical fitness. For those interested in martial arts, Saucon Valley Karate Academy offers classes for all ages.

Top sites in Lower Saucon, PA: Nockamixon State Park, Beltzville State Park, and Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Population: 10,856 (2018). Area code(s): 610. Elevation: 417 ft (127 m). ZIP Code: 18055. Area: 24.51 sq mi (63.48 km²).

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Is Lower Saucon, PA a good place to live?

Lower Saucon Township is in Northampton County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Lower Saucon Township offers residents a rural feel and most residents own their homes. In Lower Saucon Township there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many retirees live in Lower Saucon Township and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Lower Saucon Township are highly rated.

What is the history of Lower Saucon, PA?

Lower Saucon Township was chartered in 1743 when it was still a part of Bucks County. It was established in the rich farmland along the Saucon Creek The name is of Native American origin, from sakunk meaning "at the mouth of the creek." The township also included South Bethlehem until 1865 and Hellertown until 1872. German immigrants convinced by Penn's favorable description of the New World, settled Lower Saucon Township in large numbers, beginning in 1730.

How did Lower Saucon, PA get its name?

Lower Saucon Township was chartered in 1743 when it was still a part of Bucks County. It was established in the rich farmland along the Saucon Creek The name is of Native American origin, from sakunk meaning "at the mouth of the creek." The township also included South Bethlehem until 1865 and Hellertown until 1872. German immigrants convinced by Penn's favorable description of the New World, settled Lower Saucon Township in large numbers, beginning in 1730.

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Lower Saucon Township

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Nockamixon State Park

Beltzville State Park

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest

Maxx Fitness Club

Greater Valley YMCA

CrossFit Lehigh Valley

Saucon Valley Dance Conservatory

Saucon Valley Karate Academy

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