Birmingham Township’s rural surroundings offer serenity outside West Chester
Birmingham Township offers a bucolic retreat in eastern Pennsylvania, well removed from the bustle of West Chester and Philadelphia along Route 202. Homes on larger lots add to the community’s peaceful atmosphere, while tendrils and offshoots of the Brandywine Creek lace the landscape. “I think the draw is the old, colonial sort of feeling and space with a lot of historical significance,” says Alison Maguire, the co-owner of the Moore Maguire Real Estate Group of Keller Williams Realty. “The Brandywine Valley is very naturally beautiful, but also has a lot of hyper-local things that make for a very nice, community feel.” Homebuyers are also drawn to the area by the schools, many of which receive a grade of A or better with Niche, and Revolutionary War sites add a historic flair to the community.
Birmingham Township is a rural community outside of West Chester.
Birmingham Township was established in 1684.
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Homes on larger lots in Birmingham Township
Spacious properties often attract residents to the community. “Birmingham Township is typically larger single-family homes with larger lots than you’ll find closer to West Chester,” Maguire says. “Lots are typically an acre or more.” Older ranch-style or colonial-style homes are among the most common architectural styles, and newer townhouses are also frequently found in Birmingham Township. “There are two main types of homes,” Maguire says. “There are more traditional, mid-century homes and there are newer builds, so there are mostly two different eras. Prices vary depending on a bunch of factors.” Townhouses often cost between $550,000 and $700,000, while single-family homes can range widely from about $800,000 to around $1.6 million.
New townhomes are amongst the most common architecture in Birmingham Township.
New traditional homes sit on spacious lots in Birmingham Township.
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A-rated schools within the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District
Pocopson Elementary School is located less than 2 miles from central Birmingham Township and receives an A from Niche. Charles F. Patton Middle School and Unionville High School are the next stops for most students, and both also earn A ratings from Niche. According to Unionville High’s website, the school has been accredited by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and the Middle Atlantic States Association of Secondary Schools and Colleges. All three schools are part of the Unionville-Chadds Ford School District. West Chester University is less than 5 miles north of Birmingham Township.
Pocopson Elementary School has excellent staff with an A rating on Niche.com.
Charles F Patton Middle School receives and overall A+ grade from niche.com.
Unionville High School receives an overall A+ grade from noche.com.
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Proximity to golf clubs and historic Revolutionary War sites
Several Revolutionary War battle sites are in or near the community. Birmingham Hill Preserve offers over 100 acres where part of the Battle of Brandywine took place; dogs are not allowed, but visitors can walk trails on the property. Sandy Hollow Heritage Park is another nearby battlefield and preserved historic site, which also offers trails and occasional Revolutionary War reenactments. Shaw’s Bridge Park has almost 40 acres of land under 4 miles northwest and offers trails, fishing areas and green space. Golfers can hit the links at Radley Run Country Club or Penn Oaks Golf Club, both of which are private and located 3 miles or less from Birmingham Township. Fishing in the Radley Run is popular, as well.
A cannon from the American Revolution stands in Sandy Hollow Park in Birmingham Township.
Golfers in Birmingham Township can warm up on the driving range before hitting 18 holes at Radley Run Country Club.
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United States Routes 1 and 202 within 5 miles
Drivers are less than 3 miles from U.S. Route 202, which connects the region with Pennsylvania areas like King of Prussia and Doylestown. U.S. Route 1 is about 4 miles south. “It’s very accessible, but it’s also kind of tucked away,” Maguire says. “It feels like you’re kind of in the country, but there are major shopping centers along Route 1 and 202.” Philadelphia is over 30 miles away. Air travelers can head to Philadelphia International Airport, less than 25 miles east, which is served by over a dozen airlines with destinations ranging from national to international. Chester County Hospital sits less than 8 miles north.
Local eateries in nearby Dilworthtown or West Chester
Less than 3 miles east, the Dilworthtown Inn was a beloved local restaurant that shuttered in 2019. “The Dilworthtown Inn was very big and in a historic building right at a very interesting, old and historic intersection,” Maguire says. According to the inn’s website, it is set to be converted into another gathering space by the company that has brought several restaurants to the area around it. Beside the inn, The Pear offers upscale comfort food in a bistro-style atmosphere, while Ground Provisions serves vegan dishes across the street. Other nearby restaurants include El Limon, which has Mexican food on its menu, and Enzo’s Italian Eatery. The historic downtown of West Chester has more restaurants less than 6 miles north. Grocery shoppers can head to a GIANT in Dilworthtown, under 3 miles east.
For a quick lunch in Birmingham Township, sit down inside for a slice at Enzo's Italian.
Juicy burgers and thick milkshakes are always on the menu at Freddy's in Birmingham.
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Holiday events and historic landmarks near Birmingham Township
Local events take place in and around Birmingham Township. The annual Great Pumpkin Carve takes place over three days and features live music, food vendors, a “Haunted Trail” and dozens of jack-o-lanterns that are carved and lit. “It is done with the Chadds Ford Historical Society,” Maguire says. “There is also a lot of historical significance with Longwood Gardens, which is a national draw.” Longwood Gardens is less than 6 miles southwest and is part of the National Register of Historic Places. Visitors can explore over 1,000 acres of nature at the landmark, and the venue also hosts classes, events and holiday festivities.
Events north of Birmingham Township include the annual Turks Head Music Festival, Family Fun Night and the Chester County Restaurant Festival. The town’s local parks also host an array of concerts, movie nights and holiday celebrations ranging across seasons. Chaddsford Winery has events and tastings less than 5 miles south of Birmingham Township. The winery is part of the Brandywine Valley Wine Trail, which consists of nearly a dozen stops in the region.
Sculptors at The Great Pumpkin Carve put the finishing touches on their latest work.
A spooky Revolutionary War Jack-o-lantern watches over the crowd at The Great Pumpkin Carve.
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