Warminster Township, Pennsylvania
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Warminster Township | |
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Township | |
 Location in Bucks County, Pennsylvania | |
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| Coordinates: 40°12′0″N 75°5′0″W / 40.20000°N 75.08333°W Fatal error: The format of the coordinate could not be determined. Parsing failed. | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Bucks County |
| Settled | 1685 |
| Incorporated | 1711 |
| Government | |
| • Type | Board of Supervisors |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.2 sq mi (26 km2) |
| • Land | 10.2 sq mi (26 km2) |
| • Water | 0.0 sq mi (0 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
| • Total | 32,373 |
| • Density | 3,173.8/sq mi (1,225.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code | 18974 |
| Area code(s) | 215, 267, 445 |
| FIPS code | 42-017-81000 |
| Website | www.warminstertownship.org |
Warminster Township is a township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. It was established in 1711 and has a rich history dating back to its settlement in 1685. The township is part of the Philadelphia metropolitan area.
History[edit | edit source]
Warminster Township was originally settled by English Quakers in the late 17th century. The township was named after Warminster, a town in Wiltshire, England. The area was primarily agricultural until the mid-20th century when it began to develop into a suburban community.
Geography[edit | edit source]
Warminster Township is located at 40°12′0″N 75°5′0″W / 40.20000°N 75.08333°W
. According to the United States Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 10.2 square miles, all of which is land.
Demographics[edit | edit source]
As of the 2020 census, Warminster Township had a population of 32,373. The population density was 3,173.8 people per square mile. The township is a diverse community with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial areas.
Education[edit | edit source]
Warminster Township is served by the Centennial School District. The district includes several elementary schools, a middle school, and William Tennent High School.
Economy[edit | edit source]
The economy of Warminster Township includes a mix of retail, manufacturing, and service industries. The township is home to several shopping centers, business parks, and industrial facilities.
Parks and Recreation[edit | edit source]
Warminster Township offers a variety of parks and recreational facilities. Warminster Community Park is the largest park in the township, providing numerous amenities including sports fields, walking trails, and playgrounds.
Notable People[edit | edit source]
- John Fitch - An inventor known for his work on the steamboat, who lived in Warminster Township.
- William Tennent - A prominent Presbyterian minister and educator, after whom William Tennent High School is named.
Related Pages[edit | edit source]
- Bucks County, Pennsylvania
- Centennial School District (Pennsylvania)
- Philadelphia metropolitan area
- John Fitch (inventor)
- William Tennent
References[edit | edit source]
External Links[edit | edit source]
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