Demographics and History

Home to about 40,000 people, Northampton Township is a municipality that covers 26 square miles. It was founded by English settlers in the 1600s and incorporated in 1722. Northampton is just 12 miles northeast of Philadelphia ? allowing easy access to one of America?s largest and most historical cities ? and is comprised of small boroughs such as Richboro, Holland, Churchville, Rocksville, Addisville, and Jacksonville.

Economics

Northampton Township is primarily a suburban area that serves the city of Philadelphia; many residents live here for the relative safety and quiet but commute to jobs in the city. As is common in most suburbs, locally-owned businesses also play a vital role in the economy. Income levels and home values are significantly above the state average throughout most of Northampton Township.

Sports and Recreation

Northampton residents have access to an excellent system of local parks, playgrounds, and recreational programs, and to Tyler State Park and Nockamixon State Park as well. For professional sports entertainment, Philadelphia is less than an hour away and offers the NFL?s Philadelphia Eagles, the NHL?s Philadelphia Flyers, and the NBA?s Philadelphia 76ers.

Arts and Culture

For artistic and cultural entertainment, Northampton residents enjoy everything the Philadelphia area has to offer: The Institute of Contemporary Art, the Museum of American Art, The Philadelphia Orchestra, The Prince Music Theatre, Ortlieb?s Jazz Haus, The Pennsylvania Ballet, the Theatre of Living Arts, and the Keswick Theatre. The township has its own interesting cultural attractions as well, including many historic districts and buildings.

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