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HATFIELD
TOWNSHIP
1950 SCHOOL ROAD
HATFIELD, PA 19440
215-855-0900
1990 POPULATION: 15,439
1996 POPULATION EST.: 16,042
1990 MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD
INCOME: $41,444
1997 TOTAL HOUSING
UNITS: 6,641
1997 AVERAGE RESIDENTIAL
HOME PRICE: $150,428
GOVERNMENT:
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
AREA: 10.19 SQUARE MILES
PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT:
NORTH PENN
SCHOOL DISTRICT
STATE REPRESENTATIVE
DISTRICT: 53RD
STATE SENATORIAL
DISTRICT: 24TH
U.S. CONGRESSIONAL
DISTRICT: 13TH
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Hatfield Township was incorporated in 1742,
somewhat later than its neighboring Townships of Montgomery,
Franconia and Towamencin. The incorporated Boroughs of Lansdale
and Hatfield brought about changes to the township’s original
size and shape. Originally, farming was the dominant industry.
However, as time progressed, more commercial and industrial
operations developed. Since 1960, the construction of industrial
parks and related facilities has meant new employment opportunities
for area residents. Hatfield has a fair amount of undeveloped
land and is anticipating a modest increase in its industrial
and residential base. It should be noted that some residents
and businesses may be located in the township, but may have
a Lansdale mailing address. Also, a small Northeastern portion
of the township is commonly referred to as Colmar.
PUBLIC SERVICES:
The majority of the township, with the exception of the western
and southwestern perimeters, are served by public water and
sewer facilities. A full-time police force serves the township.
Fire protection is provided by volunteer companies. Residential
trash disposal is arranged by private contractors.
RECREATION:
A township Parks Commission and a part-time director assist
in running various programs. Facilities include a public swimming
pool with tennis, basketball and playground areas. Little League
programs are run by a private organization. For more information
on what is available, please call 215-855-0900.
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION:
SEPTA bus Route 96 connects a portion of the township with most
of Central Montgomery County and when used in conjunction with
other bus and rail lines, residents can have access to Lower
Bucks County, Eastern Montgomery County, and Philadelphia.
SHOPPING:
Neighborhood and specialty shopping facilities are located throughout
the township. The nearest major shopping mall is the Montgomery
Mall.
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