Blue Bell, Pennsylvania
| General Information | |
| Name | Blue Bell, Pennsylvania |
| Native Name | |
| Other Names | |
| Settlement Type | Census-designated place |
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| Location | |
| Coordinates |
40.1526°N
75.2668°W
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| Population | |
| Total | 6,067 |
| Density | auto per km² |
| Area | |
| Total | 14.1 km² |
| Land | 14.1 km² |
| Water | 0.0 km² |
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| Time Zone | |
| Standard | UTC-5 |
| DST | UTC-4 |
Blue Bell is a census-designated place (CDP) in Whitpain Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is located approximately 18 miles northwest of Philadelphia.
History[edit | edit source]
Blue Bell was originally known as Pigeontown, named after the large flocks of passenger pigeons that once gathered there. The community was renamed in 1840 after the Blue Bell Inn, a historic inn that is still in operation today.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Blue Bell is located at
40.1526°N
75.2668°W
. According to the United States Census Bureau, the CDP has a total area of 14.1 square kilometers, all of it land.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, the population of Blue Bell was 6,067. The area is known for its large executive-style homes, major business parks, and small community feel.
Economy[edit | edit source]
Blue Bell is home to several major businesses and corporations, including Unisys, a global information technology company. The area is also known for its country clubs and golf courses.
Education[edit | edit source]
Blue Bell is served by the Wissahickon School District. The area is home to several public and private schools, as well as the Montgomery County Community College.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- Jill Biden, the First Lady of the United States, was born in Hammonton, New Jersey, but has connections to the Blue Bell area.
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