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'''Upper Makefield Township''' is a township in [[Bucks County, Pennsylvania]]. Upper Makefield is located in the [[Delaware Valley]] but is considered to be part of the [[New York metropolitan area]]. The population was 8,190 at the [[2010 United States census|2010 census]]. It has the eighth-highest per capita income among all townships in [[Pennsylvania]]. |
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'''Upper Makefield Township''' is a township in [[Bucks County, Pennsylvania|Bucks County]], [[Pennsylvania]], [[United States]]. The population was 8,190 at the [[2010 United States Census|2010 census]]. It has the [[Pennsylvania locations by per capita income|8th highest per capita income for Pennsylvania townships]]. Its multimillion-dollar homes, [[Council Rock School District|top-notch public schools]] and easy commute to both [[Princeton, New Jersey|Princeton]] and [[Philadelphia]] led to its ranking as Best Place to Live in the Suburbs in Philadelphia Magazine's Best Places to Live list.<ref>http://www.phillymag.com/articles/best_places_to_live_2006/</ref> Additionally, it has been listed as the 8th richest neighborhood in the Philadelphia area and 287th richest neighborhood in the United States with a mean household income of $306,081.<ref>http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/philadelphia-real-estate/The-richest-neighborhoods-in-the-Philadelphia-region.html</ref> The area has also been listed an alternative to the Hamptons for the summer by New York Magazine.<ref>http://nymag.com/nymag/features/coverstory/4740/index1.html</ref> |
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Upper Makefield Township's multimillion-dollar homes, [[Council Rock School District|highly-ranked public schools]], and relatively easy commute to [[New York City]] and [[Princeton, New Jersey|Princeton]] led to its 2006 ranking as "Best Place to Live in the Suburbs" in ''[[Philadelphia (magazine)|Philadelphia]]'' magazine.<ref>{{Cite magazine |url=http://www.phillymag.com/articles/best_places_to_live_2006/ |title=Best Places to Live 2006 |magazine=[[Philadelphia (magazine)|Philadelphia]] |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080324005603/http://www.phillymag.com/articles/best_places_to_live_2006/ |archive-date=March 24, 2008}}</ref> |
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The township is the Philadelphia area's second-most expensive suburb<ref>{{cite web |url=https://patch.com/pennsylvania/newtown-pa/upper-makefield-philly-regions-2nd-most-expensive-suburb |title=Upper Makefield Is Philly Region's 2nd Most Expensive Suburb | date=March 5, 2019 }}</ref> and the 287th-wealthiest neighborhood in the nation with a mean household income of $306,081.<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.philly.com/philly/blogs/philadelphia-real-estate/The-richest-neighborhoods-in-the-Philadelphia-region.html |title=The richest neighborhoods in the Philadelphia region }}</ref> The area has also been listed an alternative to [[The Hamptons]] for the summer by ''[[New York (magazine)|New York]]'' magazine.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://nymag.com/nymag/features/coverstory/4740/index1.html |title=The UnHamptons |magazine=[[New York (magazine)|New York]]}}</ref> |
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==History== |
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[[George Washington]] and the [[Continental Army]] [[George Washington's crossing of the Delaware River|crossed the Delaware River]] here the night of December 25–26, 1776, during the [[American Revolutionary War]], leading to the victory at the [[Battle of Trenton]] on the morning of December 26. |
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The [[Brownsburg Village Historic District]], [[Buckmanville Historic District]], [[John Burroughs Homestead]], [[Dolington Village Historic District]], [[London Purchase Farm|John Chapman House]], [[Eagle Tavern (New Hope, Pennsylvania)|Eagle Tavern]], [[Hayhurst Farm]], [[Keith House-Washington's Headquarters]], [[Makefield Meeting]] and [[Smith Family Farmstead]] are listed on the [[National Register of Historic Places]].<ref name="nris">{{NRISref|version=2010a}}</ref> |
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==Geography== |
==Geography== |
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According to the [[United States Census Bureau]], the township has a total area of 21.5 square miles (55.8 km |
According to the [[United States Census Bureau|U.S. Census Bureau]], the township has a total area of 21.5 square miles (55.8 km{{sup|2}}), 20.9 square miles (54.2 km<sup>2</sup>) of which is land and 0.6 square mile (1.6 km{{sup|2}}) (2.88%) of which is water. |
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Past and present place names in Upper Makefield include Buckmanville, Dolington, Jericho, Lizette, Lurgan, Washington Crossing, and Woodhill.<ref name="MacReynolds">MacReynolds, George, ''Place Names in Bucks County, Pennsylvania'', Doylestown, Bucks County Historical Society, Doylestown, PA, 1942, P1.</ref> |
Past and present place names in Upper Makefield include Buckmanville, Dolington, Jericho, Lizette, Lurgan, [[Washington Crossing, Pennsylvania|Washington Crossing]], and Woodhill.<ref name="MacReynolds">MacReynolds, George, ''Place Names in Bucks County, Pennsylvania'', Doylestown, Bucks County Historical Society, Doylestown, PA, 1942, P1.</ref> |
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Natural features include [[Houghs Creek (Delaware River)|Houghs Creek]], Jericho Mountain, and [[Pidcock Creek (Delaware River)|Pidcock Creek]].<ref name=MacReynolds/> |
Natural features include [[Houghs Creek (Delaware River)|Houghs Creek]], Jericho Mountain, and [[Pidcock Creek (Delaware River)|Pidcock Creek]].<ref name=MacReynolds/> |
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|footnote=<ref>{{Cite web |url=http://www.dvrpc.org/data/databull/rdb/db82/appedixa.xls |title=Archived copy |access-date=March 21, 2014 |archive-date=April 9, 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190409042424/https://www.dvrpc.org/data/databull/rdb/db82/appedixa.xls |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>{{cite web |title=Census 2020 |url=https://www.census.gov/quickfacts/fact/table/uppermakefieldtownshipbuckscountypennsylvania/PST045219}}</ref> |
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|estref=<ref name="USCensusEst2016">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov/programs-surveys/popest/data/tables.2016.html|title=Population and Housing Unit Estimates|accessdate=June 9, 2017}}</ref> |
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As of the 2010 census, the township was 93.0% Non-Hispanic White, 1.1% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 2.5% Asian, and 1.0% were two or more races. 2.3% of the population were of Hispanic or Latino ancestry.<ref>https://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/census/profile/PA</ref> |
As of the 2010 census, the township was 93.0% Non-Hispanic White, 1.1% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 2.5% Asian, and 1.0% were two or more races. 2.3% of the population were of Hispanic or Latino ancestry.<ref>{{cite web |url=https://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/census/profile/PA |title=Census 2010: Philadelphia gains, Pittsburgh shrinks in population |work=[[USA Today]] |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110314234139/https://www.usatoday.com/news/nation/census/profile/PA |archive-date=March 14, 2011 |url-status=dead}}</ref> |
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As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url= |
As of the [[census]]<ref name="GR2">{{cite web|url=https://www.census.gov|publisher=[[United States Census Bureau]]|access-date=January 31, 2008|title=U.S. Census website}}</ref> of 2000, there were 7,180 people, 2,512 households, and 2,105 families residing in the township. The population density was {{convert|343.1|PD/sqmi|PD/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. There were 2,598 housing units at an average density of {{convert|124.1|/sqmi|/km2|sp=us|adj=off}}. The racial makeup of the township was 97.12% [[White (U.S. Census)|White]], 0.81% [[African American (U.S. Census)|African American]], 0.07% [[Native American (U.S. Census)|Native American]], 1.27% [[Asian (U.S. Census)|Asian]], 0.24% from [[Race (United States Census)|other races]], and 0.50% from two or more races. [[Hispanic (U.S. Census)|Hispanic]] or [[Latino (U.S. Census)|Latino]] of any race were 1.13% of the population. |
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There were 2,512 households, out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.3% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.2% were non-families. 12.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.13. |
There were 2,512 households, out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.3% were [[Marriage|married couples]] living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.2% were non-families. 12.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.13. |
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In the township the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 34.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females there were 96.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.6 males. |
In the township the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 34.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.6 males. |
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The median income for a household in the township was $102,759, and the median income for a family was $114,064. Males had a median income of $90,000 versus $42,365 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the township was $56,288. About 1.6% of families and 2.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including none of those under age 18 and 1.5% of those age 65 or over. |
The median income for a household in the township was $102,759, and the median income for a family was $114,064. Males had a median income of $90,000 versus $42,365 for females. The [[per capita income]] for the township was $56,288. About 1.6% of families and 2.1% of the population were below the [[poverty line]], including none of those under age 18 and 1.5% of those age 65 or over. |
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[[George Washington]] and the [[Continental Army]] [[Washington's crossing of the Delaware River|crossed the Delaware River]] here the night of December 25–26, 1776, during the [[American Revolutionary War]] in preparation for the [[Battle of Trenton]]. |
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According to the [[Köppen climate classification]] system, Upper Makefield Township, Pennsylvania has a hot-summer, wet all year, [[humid continental climate]] (''Dfa''). Dfa climates are characterized by at least one month having an average mean temperature ≤ 32.0 °F (≤ 0.0 °C), at least four months with an average mean temperature ≥ 50.0 °F (≥ 10.0 °C), at least one month with an average mean temperature ≥ 71.6 °F (≥ 22.0 °C), and no significant precipitation difference between seasons. During the summer months, episodes of extreme heat and humidity can occur with [[heat index]] values ≥ 100 °F (≥ 38 °C). On average, the wettest month of the year is July which corresponds with the annual peak in [[thunderstorm]] activity. During the winter months, episodes of extreme cold and wind can occur with [[wind chill]] values < 0 °F (< -18 °C). The [[plant hardiness zone]] is 6b with an average annual extreme minimum air temperature of -0.2 °F (-17.9 °C).<ref name="USDA">{{cite web|url=https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/PHZMWeb/InteractiveMap.aspx|publisher=[[United States Department of Agriculture]]|access-date=June 27, 2019|title=USDA Interactive Plant Hardiness Map|archive-date=July 4, 2019|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20190704214427/https://planthardiness.ars.usda.gov/phzmweb/interactivemap.aspx|url-status=dead}}</ref> The average seasonal (Nov-Apr) snowfall total is between 24 and 30 inches (61 and 76 cm), and the average snowiest month is February which corresponds with the annual peak in [[nor'easter]] activity. |
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The [[Brownsburg Village Historic District]], [[Buckmanville Historic District]], [[John Burroughs Homestead]], [[Dolington Village Historic District]], [[London Purchase Farm|John Chapman House]], [[Eagle Tavern (New Hope, Pennsylvania)|Eagle Tavern]], [[Hayhurst Farm]], [[Keith House-Washington's Headquarters]], [[Makefield Meeting]] and [[Smith Family Farmstead]] are listed on the [[National Register of Historic Places]].<ref name="nris">{{NRISref|version=2010a}}</ref> |
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|location = Upper Makefield Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania (1981 – 2010 averages) |
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|Jan high F = 39.7 |
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|Feb high F = 43.0 |
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|Mar high F = 51.2 |
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|Apr high F = 63.2 |
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|May high F = 73.0 |
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|Jun high F = 82.1 |
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|Jul high F = 86.4 |
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|Aug high F = 84.6 |
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|Sep high F = 77.7 |
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|Oct high F = 66.3 |
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|Nov high F = 55.3 |
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|Dec high F = 44.1 |
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|year high F= 64.0 |
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| Jan mean F = 31.4 |
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| Feb mean F = 34.1 |
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| Mar mean F = 41.5 |
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| Apr mean F = 52.2 |
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| May mean F = 61.8 |
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| Jun mean F = 71.3 |
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| Jul mean F = 75.9 |
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| Aug mean F = 74.3 |
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| Sep mean F = 67.1 |
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| Oct mean F = 55.4 |
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| Nov mean F = 45.8 |
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| Dec mean F = 36.0 |
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| year mean F = 54.0 |
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|Jan low F = 23.1 |
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|Feb low F = 25.2 |
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|Mar low F = 31.8 |
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|Apr low F = 41.3 |
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|May low F = 50.6 |
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|Jun low F = 60.5 |
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|Jul low F = 65.5 |
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|Aug low F = 64.0 |
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|Sep low F = 56.5 |
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|Oct low F = 44.5 |
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|Nov low F = 36.3 |
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|Dec low F = 27.9 |
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|year low F= 44.0 |
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|Jan precipitation inch = 3.51 |
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|Feb precipitation inch = 2.77 |
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|Mar precipitation inch = 4.14 |
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|Apr precipitation inch = 4.01 |
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|May precipitation inch = 4.28 |
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|Jun precipitation inch = 4.40 |
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|Jul precipitation inch = 5.20 |
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|Aug precipitation inch = 4.20 |
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|Sep precipitation inch = 4.41 |
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|Oct precipitation inch = 3.89 |
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|Nov precipitation inch = 3.68 |
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|Dec precipitation inch = 4.10 |
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|year precipitation inch= 48.59 |
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| Jan humidity = 65.6 |
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| Feb humidity = 62.2 |
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| Mar humidity = 58.0 |
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| Apr humidity = 57.4 |
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| May humidity = 61.9 |
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| Jun humidity = 66.1 |
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| Jul humidity = 66.2 |
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| Aug humidity = 68.8 |
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| Sep humidity = 69.8 |
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| Oct humidity = 69.0 |
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| Nov humidity = 67.4 |
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| Dec humidity = 67.3 |
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| year humidity = 65.0 |
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| Jan dew point F = 21.2 |
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| Feb dew point F = 22.5 |
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| Mar dew point F = 27.8 |
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| Apr dew point F = 37.6 |
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| May dew point F = 48.6 |
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| Jun dew point F = 59.4 |
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| Jul dew point F = 63.8 |
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| Aug dew point F = 63.4 |
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| Sep dew point F = 56.9 |
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| Oct dew point F = 45.4 |
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| Nov dew point F = 35.6 |
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| Dec dew point F = 26.2 |
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| year dew point F = 42.5 |
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|source 1 = PRISM Climate Group<ref>{{cite web|url=http://prism.oregonstate.edu/explorer/|title=PRISM Climate Group, Oregon State U|website=www.prism.oregonstate.edu|access-date=June 26, 2019}}</ref>}} |
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==Transportation== |
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{{stack|[[File:2022-09-19 14 29 17 View north along Pennsylvania State Route 32 (River Road) just north of Pennsylvania State Route 532 (General Washington Memorial Boulevard) in Upper Makefield Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania.jpg|thumb|[[Pennsylvania Route 32|PA 32]] northbound past [[Pennsylvania Route 532|PA 532]] in Upper Makefield Township]]}} |
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As of 2018 there were {{convert|84.76|mi}} of public roads in Upper Makefield Township, of which {{convert|30.88|mi}} were maintained by the [[Pennsylvania Department of Transportation]] (PennDOT) and {{convert|53.88|mi}} were maintained by the township.<ref name=PennDOTmap>{{cite web|url=https://gis.penndot.gov/BPR_pdf_files/Maps/Type5/09224.pdf|title=Upper Makefield Township map|publisher=PennDOT|access-date=March 11, 2023}}</ref> |
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Numbered highways serving Upper Makefield Township include [[Pennsylvania Route 32]], [[Pennsylvania Route 232]] and [[Pennsylvania Route 532]]. PA 32 follows River Road along a northwest-southeast alignment across the northeastern portion of the township, parallel to the [[Delaware River]]. PA 232 utilizes Windy Bush Road as it crosses the northwestern part of the township on a northeast-southwest alignment. Finally, PA 532 follows Washington Crossing Road on a southwest-northeast alignment across the southeastern portion of the township, reaching its northern terminus at PA 32 just shy of the [[Washington Crossing Bridge]]. |
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==Ecology== |
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According to the [[A. W. Kuchler]] U.S. [[potential natural vegetation]] types, Upper Makefield Township, Pennsylvania would have an Appalachian [[Oak]] (''104'') vegetation type with an Eastern [[Hardwood]] Forest (''25'') vegetation form.<ref name="Conservation Biology Institute">{{cite web|url=https://databasin.org/datasets/1c7a301c8e6843f2b4fe63fdb3a9fe39|publisher=[[Data Basin]]|access-date=July 31, 2019|title=U.S. Potential Natural Vegetation, Original Kuchler Types, v2.0 (Spatially Adjusted to Correct Geometric Distortions)}}</ref> |
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*[http://www.ushistory.org/washingtoncrossing/index.htm Washington Crossing Historic Park] |
*[http://www.ushistory.org/washingtoncrossing/index.htm Washington Crossing Historic Park] |
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*[http://www.friendsofwashingtoncrossingpark.com/ Friends of Washington Crossing Park] |
*[http://www.friendsofwashingtoncrossingpark.com/ Friends of Washington Crossing Park] |
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[[Category:Townships in Bucks County, Pennsylvania]] |
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[[Category:Townships in Pennsylvania]] |
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Latest revision as of 01:43, 24 November 2024
Upper Makefield Township, Pennsylvania | |
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 McConkey's Ferry Inn at Washington Crossing Historic Park | |
 Location of Upper Makefield Township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania | |
  Upper Makefield Township  Upper Makefield Township | |
| Coordinates: 40°17′31″N 74°55′27″W / 40.29194°N 74.92417°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Bucks |
| Area | |
• Total | 21.80 sq mi (56.5 km2) |
| • Land | 21.25 sq mi (55.0 km2) |
| • Water | 0.55 sq mi (1.4 km2) |
| Elevation | 161 ft (49 m) |
| Population (2010) | |
• Total | 8,190 |
• Estimate (2016)[2] | 8,392 |
| • Density | 380/sq mi (150/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 215, 267, 445 |
| FIPS code | 42-017-79128 |
| Website | www |
Upper Makefield Township is a township in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Upper Makefield is located in the Delaware Valley but is considered to be part of the New York metropolitan area. The population was 8,190 at the 2010 census. It has the eighth-highest per capita income among all townships in Pennsylvania.
Upper Makefield Township's multimillion-dollar homes, highly-ranked public schools, and relatively easy commute to New York City and Princeton led to its 2006 ranking as "Best Place to Live in the Suburbs" in Philadelphia magazine.[3]
The township is the Philadelphia area's second-most expensive suburb[4] and the 287th-wealthiest neighborhood in the nation with a mean household income of $306,081.[5] The area has also been listed an alternative to The Hamptons for the summer by New York magazine.[6]
History
[edit]George Washington and the Continental Army crossed the Delaware River here the night of December 25–26, 1776, during the American Revolutionary War, leading to the victory at the Battle of Trenton on the morning of December 26.
The Brownsburg Village Historic District, Buckmanville Historic District, John Burroughs Homestead, Dolington Village Historic District, John Chapman House, Eagle Tavern, Hayhurst Farm, Keith House-Washington's Headquarters, Makefield Meeting and Smith Family Farmstead are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.[7]
Geography
[edit]According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 21.5 square miles (55.8 km2), 20.9 square miles (54.2 km2) of which is land and 0.6 square mile (1.6 km2) (2.88%) of which is water.
Past and present place names in Upper Makefield include Buckmanville, Dolington, Jericho, Lizette, Lurgan, Washington Crossing, and Woodhill.[8]
Natural features include Houghs Creek, Jericho Mountain, and Pidcock Creek.[8]
Demographics
[edit]| Census | Pop. | Note | %± |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1930 | 951 | — | |
| 1940 | 950 | −0.1% | |
| 1950 | 1,410 | 48.4% | |
| 1960 | 1,991 | 41.2% | |
| 1970 | 2,905 | 45.9% | |
| 1980 | 4,577 | 57.6% | |
| 1990 | 5,949 | 30.0% | |
| 2000 | 7,180 | 20.7% | |
| 2010 | 8,190 | 14.1% | |
| 2020 | 8,857 | 8.1% | |
| [9][10] | |||
As of the 2010 census, the township was 93.0% Non-Hispanic White, 1.1% Black or African American, 0.2% Native American, 2.5% Asian, and 1.0% were two or more races. 2.3% of the population were of Hispanic or Latino ancestry.[11]
As of the census[12] of 2000, there were 7,180 people, 2,512 households, and 2,105 families residing in the township. The population density was 343.1 inhabitants per square mile (132.5/km2). There were 2,598 housing units at an average density of 124.1 per square mile (47.9/km2). The racial makeup of the township was 97.12% White, 0.81% African American, 0.07% Native American, 1.27% Asian, 0.24% from other races, and 0.50% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.13% of the population.
There were 2,512 households, out of which 37.9% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 77.3% were married couples living together, 4.6% had a female householder with no husband present, and 16.2% were non-families. 12.3% of all households were made up of individuals, and 3.6% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.86 and the average family size was 3.13.
In the township the population was spread out, with 26.7% under the age of 18, 5.1% from 18 to 24, 23.3% from 25 to 44, 34.7% from 45 to 64, and 10.2% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 42 years. For every 100 females, there were 96.7 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 99.6 males.
The median income for a household in the township was $102,759, and the median income for a family was $114,064. Males had a median income of $90,000 versus $42,365 for females. The per capita income for the township was $56,288. About 1.6% of families and 2.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including none of those under age 18 and 1.5% of those age 65 or over.
Climate
[edit]According to the Köppen climate classification system, Upper Makefield Township, Pennsylvania has a hot-summer, wet all year, humid continental climate (Dfa). Dfa climates are characterized by at least one month having an average mean temperature ≤ 32.0 °F (≤ 0.0 °C), at least four months with an average mean temperature ≥ 50.0 °F (≥ 10.0 °C), at least one month with an average mean temperature ≥ 71.6 °F (≥ 22.0 °C), and no significant precipitation difference between seasons. During the summer months, episodes of extreme heat and humidity can occur with heat index values ≥ 100 °F (≥ 38 °C). On average, the wettest month of the year is July which corresponds with the annual peak in thunderstorm activity. During the winter months, episodes of extreme cold and wind can occur with wind chill values < 0 °F (< -18 °C). The plant hardiness zone is 6b with an average annual extreme minimum air temperature of -0.2 °F (-17.9 °C).[13] The average seasonal (Nov-Apr) snowfall total is between 24 and 30 inches (61 and 76 cm), and the average snowiest month is February which corresponds with the annual peak in nor'easter activity.
| Climate data for Upper Makefield Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania (1981 – 2010 averages) | |||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | Year |
| Mean daily maximum °F (°C) | 39.7 (4.3) |
43.0 (6.1) |
51.2 (10.7) |
63.2 (17.3) |
73.0 (22.8) |
82.1 (27.8) |
86.4 (30.2) |
84.6 (29.2) |
77.7 (25.4) |
66.3 (19.1) |
55.3 (12.9) |
44.1 (6.7) |
64.0 (17.8) |
| Daily mean °F (°C) | 31.4 (−0.3) |
34.1 (1.2) |
41.5 (5.3) |
52.2 (11.2) |
61.8 (16.6) |
71.3 (21.8) |
75.9 (24.4) |
74.3 (23.5) |
67.1 (19.5) |
55.4 (13.0) |
45.8 (7.7) |
36.0 (2.2) |
54.0 (12.2) |
| Mean daily minimum °F (°C) | 23.1 (−4.9) |
25.2 (−3.8) |
31.8 (−0.1) |
41.3 (5.2) |
50.6 (10.3) |
60.5 (15.8) |
65.5 (18.6) |
64.0 (17.8) |
56.5 (13.6) |
44.5 (6.9) |
36.3 (2.4) |
27.9 (−2.3) |
44.0 (6.7) |
| Average precipitation inches (mm) | 3.51 (89) |
2.77 (70) |
4.14 (105) |
4.01 (102) |
4.28 (109) |
4.40 (112) |
5.20 (132) |
4.20 (107) |
4.41 (112) |
3.89 (99) |
3.68 (93) |
4.10 (104) |
48.59 (1,234) |
| Average relative humidity (%) | 65.6 | 62.2 | 58.0 | 57.4 | 61.9 | 66.1 | 66.2 | 68.8 | 69.8 | 69.0 | 67.4 | 67.3 | 65.0 |
| Average dew point °F (°C) | 21.2 (−6.0) |
22.5 (−5.3) |
27.8 (−2.3) |
37.6 (3.1) |
48.6 (9.2) |
59.4 (15.2) |
63.8 (17.7) |
63.4 (17.4) |
56.9 (13.8) |
45.4 (7.4) |
35.6 (2.0) |
26.2 (−3.2) |
42.5 (5.8) |
| Source: PRISM Climate Group[14] | |||||||||||||
Transportation
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As of 2018 there were 84.76 miles (136.41 km) of public roads in Upper Makefield Township, of which 30.88 miles (49.70 km) were maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) and 53.88 miles (86.71 km) were maintained by the township.[15]
Numbered highways serving Upper Makefield Township include Pennsylvania Route 32, Pennsylvania Route 232 and Pennsylvania Route 532. PA 32 follows River Road along a northwest-southeast alignment across the northeastern portion of the township, parallel to the Delaware River. PA 232 utilizes Windy Bush Road as it crosses the northwestern part of the township on a northeast-southwest alignment. Finally, PA 532 follows Washington Crossing Road on a southwest-northeast alignment across the southeastern portion of the township, reaching its northern terminus at PA 32 just shy of the Washington Crossing Bridge.
Ecology
[edit]According to the A. W. Kuchler U.S. potential natural vegetation types, Upper Makefield Township, Pennsylvania would have an Appalachian Oak (104) vegetation type with an Eastern Hardwood Forest (25) vegetation form.[16]
References
[edit]- ^ "2016 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved August 13, 2017.
- ^ "Population and Housing Unit Estimates". Retrieved June 9, 2017.
- ^ "Best Places to Live 2006". Philadelphia. Archived from the original on March 24, 2008.
- ^ "Upper Makefield Is Philly Region's 2nd Most Expensive Suburb". March 5, 2019.
- ^ "The richest neighborhoods in the Philadelphia region".
- ^ "The UnHamptons". New York.
- ^ "National Register Information System". National Register of Historic Places. National Park Service. July 9, 2010.
- ^ a b MacReynolds, George, Place Names in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, Doylestown, Bucks County Historical Society, Doylestown, PA, 1942, P1.
- ^ "Archived copy". Archived from the original on April 9, 2019. Retrieved March 21, 2014.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: archived copy as title (link) - ^ "Census 2020".
- ^ "Census 2010: Philadelphia gains, Pittsburgh shrinks in population". USA Today. Archived from the original on March 14, 2011.
- ^ "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved January 31, 2008.
- ^ "USDA Interactive Plant Hardiness Map". United States Department of Agriculture. Archived from the original on July 4, 2019. Retrieved June 27, 2019.
- ^ "PRISM Climate Group, Oregon State U". www.prism.oregonstate.edu. Retrieved June 26, 2019.
- ^ "Upper Makefield Township map" (PDF). PennDOT. Retrieved March 11, 2023.
- ^ "U.S. Potential Natural Vegetation, Original Kuchler Types, v2.0 (Spatially Adjusted to Correct Geometric Distortions)". Data Basin. Retrieved July 31, 2019.
External links
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