Bristol Township, Pennsylvania
Population: 55,521
Located in Bucks County
Ever since people inhabited the Delaware River Valley, Bristol Township has been at a crossroads of history. Before the Europeans settled in Bucks County, the Lenni Lenape Indians used the Delaware River - their name for it was the "Great River" - as one of its major highways. And many of our roads today are trails of history. Today, Bristol Township, Bucks County's largest municipality, still stands at a crossroads. With the major highway links of Route 13, Route 413, the Pennsylvania Turnpike, and Interstate 95, traffic to and from the megalopolis (cities from Boston to Washington, D.C.) flows through Bristol Township. It's no small wonder that the early settlers chose this area to develop. The Indian trails and the proximity of the river made it an ideal location. Bucks County, one of the Commonwealth's first counties, is named for Buckinghamshire in England. Over the years industries like Thiokol, 3M, and Rohm and Haas used the highway and rail network to build industries in the township. By the 1980's, most of the township was developed and is now expanding again to accommodate those who want to move here. New development is currently underway, and reflects the higher prices of the housing market. A 2 bedroom home sells for between $200,000 to $300,000, there are some three bedroom homes in the $300,000 range, and some 4 bedroom homes for $400,000 and up. Bristol Township is comprised of 54 different neighborhoods. There are 13 schools in the Bristol Township School District, along with a number of private and parochial schools serving students in the area. As the third century of Bristol Township dawns, the Township looks forward to a bright future with many diverse cultures represented, and many new residents joining in and making their own history in this delightful area.
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