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Northampton Township, PA

Northampton Township is a township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States. The township is located approximately 12 miles northeast of Philadelphia. The population was 39,915 at the 2020 census.

Northampton Township was originally settled by English colonists who came with William Penn on his voyage to Pennsylvania. They named it after Northampton, the county town of Northamptonshire, England. Northampton Township was incorporated in 1722.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 26.1 square miles (67.6 km²), of which 25.8 square miles (66.9 km²) is land and 0.3 square miles (0.7 km²) (1.07%) is water. It is drained by the Neshaminy Creek, which forms its entire northeastern boundary, into the Delaware River. 

The township is made up of the following unincorporated communities and census-designated places: Churchville, Holland, Ivyland, Richboro, and Village Shires. Other past and present place names include Bulltown, Chain Bridge, Cornell, Grenoble, Jacksonville, Rush Valley, Saint Leonard, Spring Garden, and White House. Natural features include Broad Axe Creek, Edge Hill, Iron Works Creek, Little Neshaminy Creek, Pine Run, Slack Creek, and Dot Creek. 

According to the A. W. Kuchler U.S. potential natural vegetation types, Northampton Township, Pennsylvania would have an Appalachian Oak (104) vegetation type with an Eastern Hardwood Forest (25) vegetation form.

The township places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Lower Bucks Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Anytime Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. The Northampton Township Parks & Recreation provides diverse fitness programs such as Aqua Fit, Pilates, Tai Chi, and multiple yoga classes. Nor-Bath Trail offers a picturesque setting for walking, running, and biking along a scenic route. For a thrilling experience, Teamworks Northampton: Karting & Simulator Racing provides go-karting and racing simulators. Families can enjoy the expansive indoor play areas at Riverside Hub, which includes rock climbing, sensory rooms, and huge ball pits. Yoga enthusiasts can find peace and balance at Easton Yoga, offering a variety of yoga classes and wellness workshops. Northampton Area Family YMCA features swimming pools, fitness classes, and youth sports programs, fostering community health and fitness. Northampton Park is a great spot for outdoor activities, with its walking trails, sports fields, and playgrounds.

Top sites in Northampton Township, PA include Lost River Caverns, Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center, and Kreidersville Covered Bridge.

Population: Approx. 40,000. Area: 26.12 sq mi (67.7 km²). Elevation: 282 feet (86 m). ZIP Code: 18954. Area code(s): 215, 267.

FAQs

Is Northampton, PA a nice place to live?

Northampton Township is in Bucks County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Northampton Township offers residents a sparse suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Northampton Township there are a lot of coffee shops and parks. The public schools in Northampton Township are highly rated.

What are the demographics of Northampton, PA?

Northampton, PA is home to a population of 10.3k people, of which 99.2% are citizens. As of 2022, 4.13% of Northampton, PA residents were born outside of the country (427 people). In 2022, there were 17.5 times more White (non-Hispanic) residents (8.85k people) in Northampton, PA than any other race or ethnicity. There were 506 Two+ (Hispanic) and 270 Other (Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

What is the crime rate in Northampton, PA?

Northampton has an overall crime rate of 8 per 1,000 residents, making the crime rate here near the average for all cities and towns of all sizes in America. According to our analysis of FBI crime data, your chance of becoming a victim of crime in Northampton is 1 in 124. Northampton's crime rate is lower than approximately 51% of Pennsylvania communities.

Sources

Northampton Township

Wikipedia

Neighborhood Scout

Data USA

Niche

Lost River Caverns

Jacobsburg Environmental Education Center

Kreidersville Covered Bridge

Lower Bucks Hospital

Anytime Fitness

Northampton Township Parks & Recreation

Nor-Bath Trail

Teamworks Northampton: Karting & Simulator Racing

Riverside Hub

Easton Yoga

Northampton Park 

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