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Upper Gwynedd Township is a township in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 15,552 at the time of the 2010 census. North Wales Borough is surrounded by Upper Gwynedd Township on all sides, and many homes and businesses with North Wales addresses are actually in Upper Gwynedd. Many properties with Lansdale addresses are in Upper Gwynedd as well. It is part of the North Penn Valley region that is centered around the borough of Lansdale.

Station Square, one of the first new transit-oriented developments in the Delaware Valley, is located in Upper Gwynedd on the border with Lansdale. It is across the street from Pennbrook Station with SEPTA rail service to Philadelphia.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 8.1 square miles (21 km2), all land. It is in the Schuylkill watershed and is drained by the Towamencin and Wissahickon Creeks. Its villages include Gwynedd Heights, Gwynedd Square, and West Point.

As of 2018, there were 64.08 miles (103.13 km) of public roads in Upper Gwynedd Township, of which 0.50 miles (0.80 km) were maintained by the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission (PTC), 9.11 miles (14.66 km) were maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and 54.47 miles (87.66 km) were maintained by the township.

The Pennsylvania Turnpike Northeast Extension (I-476) is the most prominent highway passing through Upper Gwynedd Township. However, the nearest interchange is in Towamencin Township. U.S. Route 202 is the most prominent highway providing local access, traversing the eastern edge of the township along the Dekalb Pike and a new parkway. U.S. Route 202 Business follows the old alignment of US 202 along the Dekalb Pike north of the new parkway's southern terminus. Pennsylvania Route 63 forms the township's northeastern border, while Pennsylvania Route 363 acts as the township's northwestern border.

Health and wellness are paramount in Upper Gwynedd, with the city offering various amenities and services to support the well-being of its residents. The Gwynedd Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center stands as a cornerstone in providing comprehensive healthcare services to the community. Explore the parks, facilities, and programs the Upper Gwynedd Parks and Recreation Department offers. These spaces provide opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, jogging, sports, and picnicking. Join local fitness centers and gyms to participate in exercise programs, fitness classes, and strength training. Some popular options include Orangetheory Gym and Adult Programs. Discover the walking and biking trails in and around Upper Gwynedd, such as the Dodsworth Run Preserve and Green Ribbon Trail & Preserve. These trails offer opportunities for outdoor exercise and enjoyment of nature.

Top sites in Upper Gwynedd, PA include West Point Park, Gwynedd Preserve, and Independence National Historical Park. 

Population: 15,849 (2018). Area: 8.13 sq mi (21.1 km2). Elevation: 341 feet (104 meters). ZIP Code: 19448. Area code(s): 215, 267. 

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Is Upper Gwynedd, PA a nice place to live?

Upper Gwynedd Township is in Montgomery County and is one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania. Living in Upper Gwynedd Township offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents own their homes. In Upper Gwynedd Township there are a lot of restaurants and parks. Many retirees live in Upper Gwynedd Township and residents tend to lean conservative. 

What is the history of Upper Gwynedd, PA?

Originally founded in 1891, Upper Gwynedd Township was organized as a First-Class Township in 1963. This designation as First-Class Township comes from the First-Class Township Code, which outlines the powers granted by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania to the Township. Township's authority is restricted to those powers specifically authorized by the Commonwealth. 

Is Upper Gwynedd, PA expensive?

Upper Gwynedd, Pennsylvania gets a BestPlaces Cost of Living score of 114.1, which means the total cost of housing, food, childcare, transportation, healthcare, taxes, and other necessities is 14.1% higher than the U.S. average and 20.6% higher than the average for Pennsylvania. A typical home costs $479,900, which is 41.9% more expensive than the national average of $338,100 and 97.7% more expensive than the average Pennsylvania home, at $242,800. To live comfortably in Upper Gwynedd, Pennsylvania, a minimum annual income of $91,800 for a family, and $54,400 for a single person is recommended.

Sources

Wikipedia

Township of Upper Gwynedd

Gwynedd Healthcare & Rehabilitation Center

Upper Gwynedd Parks and Recreation Department 

Orangetheory Gym 

Adult Programs

Dodsworth Run Preserve 

Green Ribbon Trail & Preserve

West Point Park

Gwynedd Preserve

Independence National Historical Park

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