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Lower Southampton, PA

Lower Southampton Township is a township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 20,599 at the 2020 census.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 6.7 square miles (17.3 km²), all land. Past and present place names include Feasterville-Trevose, Chinquapin, Churchville, Feasterville, Playwicki, Readingville, Siles, Oakford, Trevose, and Langhorne. Natural features include Edge Hill, Neshaminy Creek, Neshaminy Falls, and Poquessing Creek.

Lower Southampton Township lies within the Neshaminy School District. Public school students within township boundaries may attend Joseph Ferderbar Elementary School or Tawanka Elementary School for grades K-4, depending on where they live. Poquessing Middle School serves students in grades 5–8, and Neshaminy High School serves students in grades 9–12.

St. Katharine Drexel Regional Catholic School in Holland is the local Catholic grade school. In 2012 Assumption B.V.M. Catholic School in Feasterville merged with St. Bede the Venerable School in Holland to form St. Katharine Drexel.

According to the Köppen climate classification system, Lower Southampton Twp has a Hot-summer, Humid continental climate (Dfa). DFA climates are characterized by at least one month having an average mean temperature ≤ 32.0 °F (0.0 °C), at least four months with an average mean temperature ≥ 50.0 °F (10.0 °C), at least one month with an average mean temperature ≥ 71.6 °F (22.0 °C) and no significant precipitation difference between seasons. Although most summer days are slightly humid in Lower Southampton Twp, episodes of heat and high humidity can occur with heat index values > 107 °F (42 °C). Since 1981, the highest air temperature was 102.8 °F (39.3 °C) on July 22, 2011, and the highest daily average mean dew point was 76.1 °F (24.5 °C) on August 13, 1999. The average wettest month is July which corresponds with the annual peak in thunderstorm activity. Since 1981, the wettest calendar day was 6.73 inches (171 mm) on August 27, 2011. During the winter months, the average annual extreme minimum air temperature is 1.1 °F (−17.2 °C). Since 1981, the coldest air temperature was −9.4 °F (−23.0 °C) on January 22, 1984. Episodes of extreme cold and wind can occur with wind chill values < −9 °F (−23 °C). The average annual snowfall (Nov-Apr) is between 24 inches (61 cm) and 30 inches (76 cm). Ice storms and large snowstorms depositing ≥ 12 inches (30 cm) of snow occur once every few years, particularly during nor’easters from December through February.

Lower Southampton places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Visit Playwicki Park, which offers walking trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, and sports fields, making it a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts of all ages. Lower Bucks Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. All Fitness 24 provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. For fitness enthusiasts, the Lower Southampton Township Parks and Recreation Department provides numerous programs and facilities, including sports leagues and fitness classes. PA Health & Wellness offers comprehensive healthcare services focusing on coordinated care to improve overall well-being. The Willow Grove YMCA has a location nearby, offering fitness classes, swimming, and wellness programs. Planet Fitness in nearby Feasterville-Trevose provides a budget-friendly gym option with various fitness equipment and classes.

Top sites in Lower Southampton, PA include Philadelphia Zoo, TreeTrails Adventures Trevose, and Glencairn Museum.

Population: 20,599 (2020). Elevation: Varies; ranges from 100 to 200 feet above sea level. Area: 6.59 square miles (17.06 km²). ZIP Code: 18966. Area code(s): 215, 267.

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What are the demographics of Lower Southampton, PA?

With 20,427 people, Lower Southampton is the 97th most populated city in the state of Pennsylvania out of 2,570 cities. The largest Lower Southampton racial/ethnic groups are White (84.1%) followed by Asian (6.1%) and Two or More (5.2%). In 2022, the median household income of Lower Southampton households was $96,452. Lower Southampton households made slightly more than Penn Township households ($96,394), Glenfield households ($96,250), Patterson Heights households ($96,250), Orange households ($96,250), and Freedom Township households ($96,250) . However, 6.2% of Lower Southampton families live in poverty.

Is Lower Southampton, PA a good place to live?

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

What is the history of Lower Southampton, PA?

Many of the early settlers were English Quakers, who became known as the Friends of Southampton. The area was called Southampton Township as early as 1685, but the township was not officially recognized until 1703. Settlers of Dutch ancestry from Long Island arrived in the 18th century. Thereafter, the township developed into a residential suburb of Philadelphia. Southampton was divided into Upper Southampton and Lower Southampton townships in 1928.

Sources

Township of Lower Southampton

Wikipedia

Britannica

Niche

Pennsylvania Demographics

Philadelphia Zoo

TreeTrails Adventures Trevose

Glencairn Museum

Playwicki Park

Lower Bucks Hospital

All Fitness 24

Lower Southampton Township Parks and Recreation Department

PA Health & Wellness

Willow Grove YMCA

Planet Fitness

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