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Rural and suburban life meshes in Bucks County
“New Britain still has a country feel but with easy access to all of the amenities folks need,” says MaryAnn Baenninger, Realtor at Keller Williams, who grew up in the neighborhood and has lived in the area for nearly 50 years. Sprawling across central Bucks County, the bucolic countryside is just off the busy corridor that runs from Philadelphia to Allentown. Some of the best schools in the region mix in with diverse restaurants and a wide variety of housing opportunities, all with the welcoming nature of an intergenerational community – “There's a great sense of community when your kids and grandkids are participating in the same things you participated in,” she says. Thoughtful development and employment in growing job centers both north and south of the community creates a fertile spot for those looking to set down roots in the Delaware Valley.
New Britain is located in the picturesque Bucks County, PA.
Several small shopping center provide convenient living in New Britain.
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A great variety meets many price points
A wide mix of options are available across the neighborhood, ranging from manufactured homes on small lots in communities, to single-family modern Traditional split level homes in organized subdivisions, to rural Colonial-revival estates that may still be used for farming. “People find the variety of housing types and prices appealing,” says Baenninger. Properties close to major routes and in subdivisions sit on compact lots with enough room for picnics and play, while in the more rural regions vast groves of trees surround traditional farmhouses on acres of farmland. Baenninger notes that the variety of housing and available open space is a big draw for the area, and most properties come with off-street parking. Manufactured homes can be found in the range of $75,000 to $250,000, while condos, twins and townhouses generally sell from $150,000 to $450,000. Single-family homes generally start near $325,000, with modern sprawling estates and rehabilitated historic properties fetching $1 million and above.
Ranch Style homes offer affordability in New Britain.
Large Estates sell for over $1 million in New Britain.
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Premier public schools
Students within the New Britain neighborhood may attend the top-ranked Central Bucks School District, the Best School District in Bucks County as rated by Niche.com. Six elementary schools serve the neighborhood, feeding to three middle schools. Doyle and Kutz Elementary students move on to Lenape Middle School, with all three receiving a grade of A from Niche. Groveland and Pine Run students head to Tohickon Middle school – Groveland is graded an A-minus with the other two schools earning A grades. Mill Creek and Butler students graduate to Unami Middle School – the former rated an A-minus, the latter two earning A grades. Unami students will move on the Central Bucks South, which gets an A grade, while the other students in the neighborhood will wrap up at Central Bucks West that earns an A-plus. U.S. News and World Report rates both of these schools in their Top 50 high schools in the state. Plumstead Christian School, a private institution, offers an alternative with kindergarten through 12th grade schooling.
Doyle Elementary School receives an overall A grade from niche.com.
Central Bucks West High School is a top 25 ranked public school in Pennsylvania.
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Peaceful parks and fun on Lake Galena
Several parks for everything from playing baseball and basketball are sprinkled throughout the neighborhood. North Branch Park is perhaps the most popular of these, as a variety of baseball, softball and soccer fields makes this a popular spot in the Little League and youth soccer seasons. For residents looking for solace in the wild, Peace Valley Nature Preserve offers an extensive network of hiking and biking trails, centered around Lake Galena. The preserve includes playgrounds, picnic areas and boat launch facilities for kayaking. “It’s super easy kayaking,” says Baenninger, who gets out on the lake often, “you could spend an entire Saturday out there or just a few hours.”
The New Britain Walk playground can be accessed by all neighborhood kids living in New Britain.
Lake Galena is a center of outdoor activities in New Britain.
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Conveniently centered retail and diverse dining
Shopping centers and free-standing shops along Butler Avenue provide convenient stops for residents. The Town Center of New Britain is anchored by a Giant supermarket and features local and national retailers, while Chalfont Village Shopping Center features numerous local restaurant options. “The New Britain Inn is an old community standby,” says Baenninger, “They have great outside seating and classic bar fare – the fish and chips are great, as are the wings.” Baenninger also notes the diversity of cuisine in the area – “Los Serapes is a fantastic Mexican Restaurant, with great outdoor space in the warm weather. My favorites are Sopa de Tortilla and Chicken Fajitas.” Residents can grab a cone at Owowcow, a small local chain that serves up artisan ice cream using local ingredients, before looking for their next conversation piece at Painted Shutter Antiques, featuring antique furniture and décor. Folks also head deep into the countryside to Tabora Farms, with a quaint farm market feel and offerings including deli goods like soups and sandwiches, locally made preserves, farm-grown produce and bakery favorites made fresh daily.
Tabora Farms is a local favorite in New Britain.
Several small shopping center provide convenient living in New Britain.
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Trains make commuting to the city easy
Three stations on SEPTA’s Lansdale/Doylestown line sit within the neighborhood, making the commute in and out of Philadelphia easy and convenient. The neighborhood offers some recreational biking and walking, but in terms of getting around every day, a car is needed. The closest airport for commercial flights, Philadelphia International Airport is roughly 40 miles south. Emergency care is thankfully much closer – open 24 hours, Doylestown Health – Doylestown Hospital is only 3 miles away, usually less than a 10-minute drive from anywhere in the neighborhood.
The Chalfont Station regional rail system takes residents throughout the New Britain regions.
Frequent trains take New Britain residents to downtown Philly and other nearby places.
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A nationally recognized celebration
The Tri-Municipal July 4th Parade brings together the communities of New Britain Borough, New Britain Township and Chalfont together for a parade featuring floats and more. Santa House is a seasonal celebration with Santa visiting New Britain Township via fire truck – residents stop out for hot chocolate, cookies, and musical performances while collecting donations for the New Britain Food Pantry. The National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa, located near Lake Galena, is home to the Polish American Family Festival and Country Fair, a five-day event celebrating Polish American unity and pride. “It’s been going on for so long,” says Baenninger, “I remember going there as a kid for it.”
Aggies are a big part of the community
Sitting in the corner of the neighborhood, Delaware Valley University is a private university that sprawls across 570 acres. Originally founded as an agricultural school, it has developed into a comprehensive school offering degrees in business, physical science, professional studies and more in addition to its traditional agricultural and environmental programs. The University reaches out to the community as well, says Baenninger, “A-Day at Del Val is a big farm event at the university, they have hayrides, it’s a wonderful event for kids.”
Delaware alley University is located in the New Britain neighborhood.
New students stroll the beautiful campus of Delaware Valley University in New Britain.
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Parks in this Area
Highlands Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Chestnut Street Park
Baseball/Softball
Trails
Playground
Krupp Park
Fishing
Picnic Area
Trails
Peace Valley Park
North Branch Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Trails
West Branch Park
Covered Bridge Park
Bike Trails
Boating
Camping
Strong Family Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
Twin Streams Park
Fishing
Trails
Transit
Airport
Trenton Mercer
46 min drive
Train
Chalfont
Train
New Britain
Train
Delaware Valley College
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.512 Reviews
1.0Works here
10/24/2024Niche Review
They are trained to rip all the customers off. Chris Medina the districtanager is very unprofessional
3.0Niche User
2/19/2015Niche Review
I'm in a suburb of a very large city and the train is used very often. That's okay and it does make travel easier. There are also areas that have a bike path along the road to lessen accidents. Parking can be difficult to find in the town, but once you're there, you can walk to most places.
3.0Niche User
2/19/2015Niche Review
I go to campus nearby and they have their own security. I do see some police around once in a while, but I don't consider crime to be serious in this neighborhood.
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New Britain Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in New Britain, Chalfont sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in New Britain, Chalfont over the last 12 months is $330,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
21,780
Median Age
44
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$122,143
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$145,284
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.5%
College Graduates
53.1%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.7%
% Population in Labor Force
74.2%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
24°F
Average Summer High Temperature
85°F
Annual Snowfall
13''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
20/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
7/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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