Collegeville Borough
www.collegeville.org
P.O. Box 480, Collegeville, PA 19426
610-489-9208
1990 Population: 4,227
Size: 1.64 square miles
Public School District: Perkiomen Valley School District
1990 Median Household Income: $45,194
Much of Collegeville retains its nineteenth century village flavor in addition to its recent residential developments. Ursinus College's beautiful campus adds a wonderful touch to this small community. Some Collegeville mailing addresses may actually be located in Lower Providence, Upper Providence, Skippack or Perkiomen Townships. SEPTA bus routes travel through Main Street Collegeville allowing access to Norristown, King of Prussia and Pottstown. A small Main Street shopping area exists. The borough contains two community shopping centers.
Limerick Township
646 West Ridge Pike
Limerick, PA 19468
610-495-6432
1990 Population: 6,691
Size: 22.39 square miles
Public School District: Spring Ford Area School District
1990 Median Household Income: $40,330
Today, Limerick is seen as one of the hottest development areas in the county. The much acclaimed 422 Expressway runs through the heart of the township and is assisting in the attractiveness of the area for development. The township hosts some golf courses, a nuclear generating station, an airport, as well as quality residential areas and open space. Many specialty shops and businesses are located throughout the township. A neighborhood shopping center rests on the border with Royersford Borough.
Lower Frederick Township
9 Hendricks Road
P.O. Box 253
Zieglerville, PA 19492
610-287-8857
1990 Population: 3,396
Size: 8.19 square miles
Public School District: Perkiomen Valley School District
1990 Median Household Income: $43,614
Settled primarily by people of Pennsylvania Dutch descent, the township has been historically agricultural and retains its rural and Pennsylvania Dutch characteristics. Today, some residential development is slowly adding to the township's population.
Lower Providence Township
100 Parklane Drive
Eagleville, PA 19403
610-539-8020
1990 Population: 19,351
Size: 14.77 square miles
Public School District: Methacton School District
1990 Median Household Income: $46,071
Eagleville and Trooper attract business and residential development. One of the county's largest industrial parks is located here. The Valley Forge Industrial Park and Corporate Center. Today, the township has a unique balance of residential, commercial, industrial, and open space land uses.
Perkiomen Township
1 Trappe Road
Collegeville, PA 19426
610-489-4034
1990 Population: 3,200
Size: 4.72 square miles
Public School District: Perkiomen Valley School District
1990 Median Household Income: $43,325
Fastest growing township in 1990's. Communities within the township include Rahns and Graterford. A SEPTA bus route connects the Graterford and Rahns sections of the township with Collegeville. A large food market and pharmacy are located in the heart of the township.
Perkiomen Valley School District
3 Iron Bridge Drive
Collegeville, PA 19426
610-489-8506
Sending areas: Collegeville, Lower Frederick, Perkiomen, Schwenksville, Skippack, Trappe.
3 Elementary, K-5; Middle 6-8; Senior High School 9-12
Kindergarten Cut-off Date: September 30
Kindergarten Session: Half
Per Pupil Cost: Secondary $7,121; Elementary $6,369
Class Size: 25-32
Real Estate Tax Millage ('98-99): 13.948
Single Family Housing Cost: $141,500
Schwenksville Borough
http://members.zdial.com/~schwenksville/
140 Main Street
Schwenksville, PA 19473
610-287-7442
1990 Population: 1,326
Size: .55 square miles
Public School District: Perkiomen Valley School District
1990 Median Household Income: $34,828
Schwenksville has little land remaining for development and remains a small quaint residential community. Small businesses and shops are located on the borough's Main Street.
Skippack Township
P.O. Box 164
1246 Bridge Road
Skippack, PA 19474
Office Hours 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
610-584-5453 Fax 610-584-8966
Population: 10,000 est.
Size: 14 square miles
Organized: 1886
A rural quaint community full with antique, craft, art and specialty shops. www.skippackvillage.com George Washington slept here on his way to Valley Forge. Site of Evansburg State Park.
Government: Board of Supervisors/Manager
Closest Shopping: Harleysville, Collegeville
Township Tax Rate: .3508 mills
Median Household Income: $50,766
Single Family Housing Cost: $110,000-300,000+
Condo/Townhouses: Yes
Library: Collegeville, Schwenksville
Services: Public Water-Yes, Public Sewer-Yes, Volunteer Fire, State Police Recreation Programs
Trappe Borough
525 West Main Street
Trappe, PA 19426
610-489-7181
1990 Population: 2,115
Size: 2.26 square miles
Public School District: Perkiomen Valley School District
1990 Median Household Income: $45,052
There are many small businesses along the Main Street of the borough along with old historic landmarks which have been nicely preserved. A SEPTA bus route runs along the Main Street of the borough. This route allows access to Pottstown and Norristown and various points in between. A community shopping center is serving area residents located right on the Main Street.
Upper Providence Township
1286 Black Rock Road
P.O. Box 406
Oaks, PA 19456
610-933-9179
1990 Population: 9,682
Size: 18.20 square miles
Public School District: Spring Ford School District
1990 Median Household Income: $45,204
The Route 422 and Route 29 intersection has three significant facilities and is projected to see the development of the Providence Corporate Center over the next decade. Oaks and Mont Clare are two recognizable villages in the township. The Mont Clare and Oaks portions of the township are serviced by a SEPTA bus route. This allows access to Phoenixville and Norristown. Small businesses and some shops are located throughout the township. Residents have easy access to shopping facilities in Collegeville and Royersford Boroughs. |
