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Phoenixville, PA

Phoenixville is a borough in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located 28 miles (45 km) northwest of Philadelphia at the junction of French Creek and the Schuylkill River. It is in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. According to a 2022 estimate, the population was 19,354.

For much of its history, Phoenixville was known for being home to the Phoenix Iron Works, however following the company's closure in the 1980s and a resulting economic downturn, the town has been noted in recent years for its economic revitalization that has taken place.

The Phoenixville area was originally known as Manavon after early-Chester County judge and politician David Lloyd bought a tract of land he named "Manavon" (believed to have come from Lloyd's home parish of Manafon in Wales) in 1713. The town was originally settled in 1732. In its early years, Manavon developed around a grist mill situated upon the banks of the French Creek. In 1790, the French Creek Nail Works (later the Phoenix Iron Works) opened as the first nail factory in the United States and would become the economic center of the town for nearly the next two centuries, producing notable products such as the Griffen gun and the Phoenix column.

Phoenixville is located at 40°08′07″N 75°31′22″W (40.135201, -75.522699). According to the United States Census Bureau, the borough has a total area of 3.8 square miles (9.8 km2), of which 3.51 square miles (9.1 km2) is land and 0.21 square miles (0.54 km2) (4.27%) is water.

Phoenixville borders East Pikeland Township to the west, Schuylkill Township to the south and east, and Upper Providence Township to the north and east.

The Schuylkill River forms most of the northern and eastern borders of the borough. The French Creek branches off from the Schuylkill on the eastern end of the borough and runs directly through the center of the borough.

Phoenixville places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. Start your day with a refreshing outdoor yoga session at Reeves Park, a popular community space for fitness and relaxation. Phoenixville Hospital offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. One Spark Fitness Studio offers group fitness classes like Zumba, Strong, Pilates, Yoga, Weight Training & Personal Training. Anytime Fitness provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. For a more intense workout, visit Phoenixville YMCA, which provides state-of-the-art fitness equipment and a variety of classes. For those seeking holistic wellness, the Nectar Yoga studio offers an array of yoga and meditation classes designed to promote mental and physical well-being. Integral Yoga Studio offers specialized classes that combine physical postures, breathing techniques, and meditation.

Top sites in Phoenixville, PA include Black Rock Sanctuary, Pickering Valley Golf Club, and Phoenixville Historic District.

Population: 19,354 (2022). Area: 3.72 sq mi (9.63 km2). Elevation: 160 feet (49 meters). ZIP Code: 19460. Area Code: 610 and 484. 

FAQs

Is Phoenixville, PA a suburb of Philadelphia?

Phoenixville is a suburb of Philadelphia with a population of 18,723. Phoenixville is in Chester County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Phoenixville offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. Many families and young professionals live in Phoenixville and residents tend to lean conservative. The public schools in Phoenixville are highly rated.

What is Phoenixville, PA famous for?

For much of its history, Phoenixville was known for being home to the Phoenix Iron Works, however following the company's closure in the 1980s and a resulting economic downturn, the town has been noted in recent years for its economic revitalization that has taken place. The Phoenixville area was originally known as Manavon after early Chester County judge and politician David Lloyd bought a tract of land he named "Manavon" (believed to have come from Lloyd's home parish of Manafon in Wales) in 1713.

What are the demographics of Phoenixville, PA?

Phoenixville, PA is home to a population of 18.7k people, of which 94.7% are citizens. As of 2022, 8.51% of Phoenixville, PA residents were born outside of the country (1.59k people). In 2022, there were 17.1 times more White (Non-Hispanic) residents (15.4k people) in Phoenixville, PA than any other race or ethnicity. There were 902 Black or African American (Non-Hispanic) and 833 Two+ (Non-Hispanic) residents, the second and third most common ethnic groups.

Sources

Borough of Phoenixville

Wikipedia

Data USA

Niche

Black Rock Sanctuary

Pickering Valley Golf Club

Phoenixville Historic District

Reeves Park

Phoenixville Hospital

One Spark Fitness Studio

Anytime Fitness

Phoenixville YMCA

Nectar Yoga

Integral Yoga Studio

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