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Upper Uwchlan, PA

Upper Uwchlan Township is a township in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 11,227 at the 2010 census. The township included the community of Milford Mills before it was inundated by the creation of the Marsh Creek Dam in 1972.

The main population center of the township has grown surrounding the historic Eagle Tavern at the intersection of Route 100 and Little Conestoga Road. This major unincorporated community is known as the village of Eagle, but also sometimes known as Uwchlan. That is the address of the local post office.

The Byers Station Historic District, West Vincent Highlands Historic District, Larkin Covered Bridge, and Wheelen House are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 11.6 square miles (30 km2), of which 10.8 square miles (28 km2) is land and 0.9 square miles (2.3 km2), or 7.33%, is water. 

Upper Uwchlan Township is in the Downingtown Area School District. Residents are within the Brandywine-Wallace, Pickering Valley, Shamona Creek, and Springton Manor elementary boundaries. The township is divided into two secondary boundaries: Downingtown Middle School and Downingtown West High School, Lionville Middle School, and Downingtown East High School. St. Elizabeth School of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia is in the township. Windsor Christian Academy is in the township.

Health and wellness are integral to the fabric of Upper Uwchlan, with several healthcare facilities serving the community's needs. Chester County Hospital provides comprehensive medical care, including primary care, specialty services, and emergency care. Planet Fitness provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Check out Orange Lotus Hot Yoga & Fitness for yoga sessions designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress. The Lionville Community YMCA offers comprehensive health and wellness services, including swimming, gym facilities, and wellness coaching. CrossFit Elation is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. Kerri Myatt Acupuncture provides traditional Chinese medicine treatments to balance your body’s energy. Reiki Exton PA offers reiki sessions to promote emotional and physical healing. 

The top sites in Upper Uwchlan, PA are Longwood Gardens, Kitchen Kettle Village, and Philadelphia's Magic Gardens.

Population: 11,500 (2016). ZIP Code: 19480. Area codes: 484, 610, 835. Elevation: 469 ft (143 m). Area: 11.72 sq mi (30.36 km2).

FAQs

How did Upper Uwchlan, PA get its name?

Most of the settlers emigrated from Wales. One of them, David Lloyd, who was a friend of William Penn, sold large and small lots from the thousands he owned. Because the land was hilly, the Welshmen called the area Uwchlan or "Youchland," meaning Upland.

Is Upper Uwchlan, PA a good place to live?

Upper Uwchlan Township is in Chester County and is one of Pennsylvania's best places to live. Living in Upper Uwchlan Township offers residents a suburban rural mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Upper Uwchlan Township there are a lot of restaurants and parks. The public schools in Upper Uwchlan Township are highly rated.

What is the history of Upper Uwchlan, PA?

Upper Uwchlan Township in Chester County, Pennsylvania, was established in 1858 when it separated from Uwchlan Township. Its boundaries include the historic district of Byers Station and the Wheelen House (Fellowship Farm), a Georgian-style farmhouse built in the mid-18th century. Remaining a rural community for most of its existence, in the 1980s Upper Uwchlan started experiencing a large population boom when many families and individuals began moving to the area, attracted by its school system and suburban location proximate to Philadelphia. Today, many new subdivisions stand alongside the older homes in Upper Uwchlan.

Sources

Wikipedia

Upper Uwchlan Township

Finding Aids Library UPENN

Niche

Longwood Gardens

Kitchen Kettle Village

Philadelphia's Magic Gardens

Chester County Hospital

Planet Fitness

Orange Lotus Hot Yoga & Fitness

Lionville Community YMCA

CrossFit Elation

Kerri Myatt Acupuncture

Reiki Exton PA

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