Gwynedd Township

Gwynedd Township

Gwynedd Township is split into two separate divisions in Montgomery County. The two areas are Upper Gwynedd, and Lower Gwynedd. These two townships have been independant since December 16th, 1891.

Lower Gwynedd

The actual area of the township in square miles has not differed since its creation. In the heart of the township, you'll find the villages of Gwynedd, Gwynedd Valley, Penllyn, and Spring House. The township did not change much until the 1950s, however, now townhouse and single family homes have significantly increased supported by large employers that provide jobs and services to the community.

Upper Gwynedd

Centered around a major transportation route called Sumneytown Pike Upper Gwynedd grew from the hotels, merchants, and taverns that were established along the road. The township was mainly an agricultural community until after World War II when homes, and businesses became more prevalent in the area. Upper Gwynedd has increased 30% in population since the 1980's.

Note: Also, some residents and businesses may have a Lansdale or North Wales mailing address.

Lower Gwynedd 2000 Census

Upper Gwynedd 2000 Census

Lower Gwynedd Schools

• Lower Gwynedd Elementary School
• Mattison Avenue Elementary School
• Shady Grove Elementary School
• Stony Creek Elementary School
• Wissahickon Middle School
• Wissahickon High School

Upper Gwynedd Schools

• A. M. Kulp Elementary
• Bridle Path Elementary
• General Nash Elementary
• Gwyn Nor Elementary
• Gwynedd Square Elementary
• Hatfield Elementary
• Inglewood Elementary
• Knapp Elementary
• Montgomery Elementary
• North Penn Alternative School
• North Penn High School
• North Wales Elementary
• Oak Park Elementary
• Pennbrook Middle School
• Penndale Middle School
• Pennfield Middle School
• Walton Farm Elementary
• York Avenue Elementary

Recreation

Parks & Recreation services include playgrounds, fields for softball or baseball, and a public swimming pool. Little League sports are provided by a private organization.

Public Transportation

Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) rail and bus lines run through Lower Gwynedd township and allow access to other Central Montgomery County areas, Eastern Montgomery County, Lower Bucks County, and the state of Philadelphia.

Shopping

Fun shopping opportunities are available in neighborhood shops and several spnecialty shops.The closest major shopping malls are the Montgomery Mall and the Willow Grove Park Mall.

Public Services

A good portion of Upper & Lower Gwynedd township water and sewer maintenance are provided by public services. Some large lots of land are discluded from these services, however, this can be resolved. The township has a full-time police force, with fire protection provided by volunteer organizations. Residential waste management is provided by private contractors.

Lower Gwynedd Other Resources

• Age Demographics
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• Environment Evaluation
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• Wealth Breakdown
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Upper Gwynedd Other Resources

• Age Demographics
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• Environment Evaluation
  • 
• Wealth Breakdown
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