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Nether Providence, PA

Nether Providence is a first-class township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States. Many residents refer to the township by the name of its largest community, Wallingford, because the Wallingford postal code is used for most of the township. The population of the township was 13,706 at the 2010 census.

Nether Providence Township is located in central Delaware County at 39°53′40″N 75°22′25″W (39.894612, -75.373705). It is bordered to the north by the borough of Media, the county seat. Other neighboring municipalities are Upper Providence Township to the north; Springfield Township, the borough of Swarthmore, and Ridley Township to the east; the city of Chester to the south; and the boroughs of Brookhaven and Rose Valley to the west.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 4.7 square miles (12.2 km2), of which 0.01 square miles (0.02 km2), or 0.17%, is water. Crum Creek forms the eastern boundary of the township, and Ridley Creek forms the western and southern border. Nether Providence's commercial area or downtown is located on Providence Road between the bridge over SEPTA's Media/Wawa line and Wallingford Avenue.

The first recorded inhabitants of Nether Providence Township were Native Americans of the Lenape tribe, who lived in the area for about five hundred years, but by 1740 few remained. On August 14, 1682, two months before William Penn's landing in Chester, John Sharpless came to the area. Penn had given Sharpless a thousand-acre (4 km2) tract, and he settled near Ridley Creek.

Nether Providence places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents, with several facilities and programs dedicated to promoting a healthy lifestyle. The Ridley Area YMCA is a popular destination for fitness enthusiasts, offering fitness classes, sports activities, and wellness programs for people of all ages. CrozerChester Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Planet Fitness provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. For outdoor enthusiasts, Houston Park provides trails, playgrounds, and sports facilities to keep you active. CrossFit Delco is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. GoChiroMobile offers holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain. Orlandi Dance Center offers dance classes that promote physical fitness.

Top sites in Nether Providence, PA include Crum Woods, Hepford Park, and Smedley Park (Delaware County Park).
 

Population: 13,779 (2016). Area: 4.72 sq mi (12.23 km2). Elevation: 150 feet. ZIP Code: 19086. Area Code: 610, 484. 

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What are the demographics of Nether Providence, PA?

With 14,461 people, Nether Providence is the 171st most populated city in the state of Pennsylvania out of 2,570 cities. The largest Nether Providence racial/ethnic groups are White (77.4%) followed by Asian (10.3%) and Black (5.5%). In 2022, the median household income of Nether Providence households was $140,713. Nether Providence households made slightly more than Skippack households ($139,443) and Whitemarsh households ($139,231) . However, 1.8% of Nether Providence families live in poverty.

Is Nether Providence, PA a good place to live?

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

What is the history of Nether Providence, PA?

The first recorded inhabitants of Nether Providence Township were Native Americans of the Lenape tribe, who lived in the area for about five hundred years, but by 1740 few remained. On August 14, 1682, two months before William Penn's landing in Chester, John Sharpless came to the area. Penn had given Sharpless a thousand-acre (4-km2) tract, and he settled near Ridley Creek.

Sources

Delaware County

Nether Providence Township

Wikipedia

Pennsylvania Demographics

Niche

Crum Woods

Hepford Park

Smedley Park (Delaware County Park)

Ridley Area YMCA

CrozerChester Medical Center

Planet Fitness

Houston Park

CrossFit Delco

GoChiroMobile

Orlandi Dance Center

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