Earlington, Pennsylvania

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Earlington, Pennsylvania is a unincorporated community located in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. It is part of the Souderton Area School District and is serviced by the Telford post office.

History[edit | edit source]

Earlington was originally known as Shoemakertown after a local family, but was renamed in the late 19th century after a local businessman, James Earlington. The community has a rich history, with many of its buildings dating back to the 19th and early 20th centuries.

Geography[edit | edit source]

Earlington is located in the southeastern part of Pennsylvania, in the Philadelphia metropolitan area. It is approximately 35 miles north of Philadelphia and 15 miles south of Allentown. The community is primarily residential, with a mix of single-family homes, townhouses, and apartments.

Demographics[edit | edit source]

As an unincorporated community, specific demographic data for Earlington is not collected. However, it is part of the larger Franconia Township, which as of the 2010 census had a population of 13,064.

Education[edit | edit source]

Earlington is part of the Souderton Area School District, which operates several elementary, middle, and high schools in the area. The district is known for its strong academic programs and high graduation rates.

Transportation[edit | edit source]

The community is served by several major roads, including Pennsylvania Route 113 and Pennsylvania Route 63. Public transportation is provided by the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA), which operates bus routes in the area.

Notable people[edit | edit source]

While no notable people are known to have been born or lived in Earlington, the community's proximity to Philadelphia and Allentown has made it a popular residential area for people working in those cities.

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