Mill Creek is named for the creek that surrounds it
Mill Creek flows like a moat around the outskirts of a small Levittown suburb of the same name. "When I drive through Levittown streets, I don't see anything but housing," says Stacey Stier, a Bucks County local and Realtor with Realty One Group Focus. "But each of these neighborhoods has a little strip of something that separates them and makes them unique," such as this narrow creek that courses through the backyards of many residences. The Mill Creek neighborhood is entirely residential, but immediately outside the subdivision, Bristol Oxford Valley Road has commercial businesses, bus stops and other signs of urban life. "It attracts people from the city," says Christine Jandovitz, a Levittown area local and Realtor with Keller Williams Langhorne. "You can find a nice, mid-priced house and have everything you need less than five minutes away. It's convenient." There are local shopping plazas and grocery stores a walk from Mill Creek, and more extensive retail areas are more accessible thanks to Interstate 95 and Interstate 276 intersecting at the south end of the subdivision.
While some residents appreciate Mill Creek's commuter-friendly location about 25 miles outside Philadelphia, others prefer the neighborhood's family-friendly environment. Levittown was initially created for World War II veterans who returned home and needed housing for their families. The real estate development company Levitt & Sons went to work mass-producing more than 17,000 homes in six years. Upon Levittown's completion in the late 1950s, each subdivision had its own park area. However, today, these small pocket parks are being replaced with larger municipal complexes, like Bristol Township Park.
Enjoy the view of Mill Creek from the Mill Creek Falls Park.
Mill Creek neighborhood has nice wide streets.
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Living near Bristol Township Municipal Complex
The sidewalks throughout Mill Creek allow for dog walks and bike rides. When residents are ready for more outdoor activities, Bristol Township Municipal Complex is less than a mile south of the neighborhood. This expansive park includes a fenced-in playground, athletic fields and a paved walking path encircling the green space. “They just redid that whole complex a couple of years ago,” says Jandovitz. “They added a new splash pad, too. It’s really nice.” Located on the complex, the Bristol Township Senior Center has an event committee called The Young in Heart that organizes and hosts different community events like car shows. The Pennsylvania War Dog Memorial is also on the grounds, recognizing fallen soldiers and service dogs through memorial statues and plaques.
Bristol Township Municipal Complex is the site for several community events throughout the year. At the beginning of summer, the Touch-A-Truck festival allows children to climb on and explore different emergency and construction vehicles. There are also seasonal events, like the Fall Festival, the Thanksgiving Holiday Parade and the township’s Christmas tree lighting ceremony.
Kids enjoy the shaded playground at Bristol Township Park.
Visit the War Memorial at the Bristol Township Municipal Complex.
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Interstates 95 and 276 just south of Mill Creek
Residents can access both Interstate 95 and Interstate 276, which run along the south side of Mill Creek. Because of their location near the interstates, homes on the neighborhood's south side are in an area classified as "loud," according to the Soundscore, which measures environmental noise levels. Once on Interstate 95, residents are about 30 miles from Philadelphia International Airport. "On a perfect day with no traffic, it's 40 minutes. But there's usually traffic because the airport is on the opposite side of the city," says Stier. "If I can fly out of Trenton, I will. But the only airlines there are Frontier and Spirit." Trenton-Mercer Airport, located 14 miles north, has one terminal. Stier says that because of this, passengers must plan accordingly if a plane arrives too late. The SEPTA bus services the community, with bus stops peppered along Bristol Oxford Valley Road. Train commuters can pick up the SEPTA train at the Levittown station, about 4 miles east, and the Bristol station, about 3 miles south.
The PA Turnpike is minutes from Mill Creek and offers quick travel to NJ or Western PA.
I-95 is minutes from Mill Creek and provides access to NJ & Philly.
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Run errands at the New Falls Road intersection
Small-scale markets, gas stations and other convenience stores are immediately outside Mill Creek along Bristol Oxford Valley Road. “All the main roads around here are where all the businesses are,” Stier says. “They connect everything together. And once you’re off those roads, you’re in the neighborhoods.” A relatively busy retail area is located just west of the neighborhood where New Falls Road meets New Rodgers Road. At this commercial intersection, residents will find a Giant grocery store, retail establishments, medical clinics, a pharmacy, banks and local eateries. Pier Sushi & Hibachi serves Japanese cuisine, and Kung Fu Tea is the go-to spot for boba tea. Nearby, New Madison Restaurant is a popular breakfast and lunch diner with old-school framed photographs that line the woodwork around the restaurant. Durham Delicatessen is a deli that offers fresh sandwiches and party platters. Near this deli, Broad Street Brewing is part of the Bucks County Ale Trail. Nights can continue at Murphy’s Beef & Ale, a sports bar with pool tables just north of Mill Creek.
More shopping and dining options are less than 3 miles south of the neighborhood, where the Bristol Park shopping area includes Lower Bucks Hospital. About 3 miles east, Bristol Amish Market sells fresh produce and handmade furniture on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays. Just 2 more miles past this market, there’s another commercial shopping area with a Walmart. And 5 miles to the north, Oxford Valley Mall is a shopping mall surrounded by restaurants and big-name shopping options like Target.
Near Mill Creek is New Falls Rd which has many strip centers for your shopping needs.
Dollar Tree is minutes away from Mill Creek on New Falls Rd for household items.
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Midcentury Cape Cods and colonial-inspired expansions
As with most Levittown neighborhoods, sidewalks line the residential lanes that loop around Mill Creek. Each home has a driveway, and most residences have a single-car garage. A lot of the houses in Mill Creek are quaint Levittown Cape Cods built in 1955 with a steep, side-facing gable roof. Since their original build, most homes have seen updates, and some have been completely remodeled and expanded into more colonial-inspired designs. “There are six house styles in Levittown. These are the Jubilee, which is your traditional Cape Cod,” says Melissa Centifonti, a Levittown local and Broker/Owner with Realty One Group Focus. “When they were built, they left the upstairs open for people to figure out what they wanted to do up there. It makes each house unique on the inside.” The more classic Cape Cods in Mill Creek are generally between 1,200 and 1,600 square feet, while the newer expanded properties can have upwards of 2,300 square feet of space. Depending on the size and the renovations, price tags typically range from $305,000 to $500,000. The homes on the neighborhood's western and southern sides are at a higher flood risk due to their proximity to Mill Creek.
Avalon Court Apartments and Brittany Springs Apartments sit on the east side of Mill Creek. These complexes offer 1- and 2-bedroom floorplan units with a monthly rental cost of $1,300 to about $1,700.
This homeowner has added a white pickett fence in the Mill Creek neighborhood.
Most homes in the Mill Creek neighborhood have garages.
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Bristol Township schools and local private academies
Bristol Township schools serve Mill Creek students. They can begin at Mill Creek Elementary, which receives a C grade from Niche, before advancing to Benjamin Franklin Middle, which has a C-minus. High school students can attend Harry S. Truman Senior High, which has a B-minus rating. The high school was recognized as a Project Lead the Way Distinguished School during the 2023-2024 year, which is an award for schools with notable transformative learning experiences that transcend the classroom.
Isabet Academy is an all-boys Islamic middle and high school located on the north side of Mill Creek on Bristol Oxford Valley Road. The academy's sister school is Isabet Girls Academy, located a couple of miles south in Bristol. Both academies are supplements of Isabet Mevlana Mosque, located next to the boys' school.
Harry S Truman High School in Levittown caters to many local students.
Isabet Academy develops well-educated & spiritually strong individuals.
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Parks in this Area
Bristol Township Parks & Recreation Department
Baseball/Softball
Football
Picnic Area
Mill Creek Falls Park
Transit
Airport
Trenton Mercer
24 min drive
Bus
Bristol Oxford Valley Rd & Border Rock Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Mill Creek
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Mill Creek, Levittown sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Mill Creek, Levittown over the last 12 months is $377,916, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$363,500
Median Single Family Price
$363,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median List Price
$363,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
396
Median Year Built
1955
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,508
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,272
Median Age
41
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$73,012
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$109,116
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94%
College Graduates
21.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
46''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
2''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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