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One Township, many vibes
Nestled between the Schuylkill River and Perkiomen Creek in Montgomery County, Upper Providence Township spans several little towns and two small historic boroughs—Collegeville and Trappe. The community’s history goes back to the early 18th century when German immigrants settled in the area, calling it Providence. In 1805, the area split into Upper Providence and Lower Providence Townships. While life in Upper Providence remained relatively quiet for most of its history, the expansion of Philadelphia’s suburbs in the past several decades has seen the community’s population more than triple. “When people see the area, they love it and want to stay. The school districts are good, and the township is accessible to major roads and the train line. It really is in a sweet spot,” says Cory Rupe, a Realtor with Keller Williams who lives in the Township. “Each little area here has its own vibe. The borough of Collegeville has been named the safest community in the state.” Rupe is referring to the 2023 determination of a New York City real estate firm. The entire Upper Providence Township scores a notably low 2 out of 10 on the CAP Index crime score.
Upper Providence Township is a suburb of Philadelphia containing approximately 10,500 residents.
Locals love fishing in the canal at Lock 60 Recreation Area.
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Large homes on spacious lots
Much of what was once farmland is now home to subdivisions built within the past several decades. Within those developments, large Colonial Revival homes with expansive manicured lawns and two-car garages sit on winding residential streets. The largest colonials average between 4,000 and 8,000 square feet and range between $750,000 to $1.4 million. “Although colonials are the most popular home style in the area, prospective homebuyers can also find ranch-styles and split-levels,” says Rupe. “There are also plenty of townhouses and twins available.” Those looking for homes built before the 1900s have a variety of older farmhouses, brick colonials and estates to choose from.
Many homes in Upper Providence Township have delightful front porches.
Large residential subdivisions are found off of old county roads in Upper Providence Township.
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Township’s top schools and a notable college
Students in Upper Providence Township attend schools in either the Spring-Ford or Perkiomen Valley School districts. “The school districts seem to drive the community vibe. And there is a lot of community involvement with the schools,” says Rupe. Students living in the boroughs of Trappe and Collegeville typically attend South Elementary School, which holds an A rating from Niche and has a 12-1 student-teacher ratio. Perkiomen Valley Middle School East has an A-minus rating from Niche and a 13-1 student-teacher ratio. Perkiomen Valley High School has an A rating. The high school offers advanced placement and gifted programs and boasts an average SAT score of 1250. Ursinus College in Collegeville was founded in 1869. The private liberal arts school has a student body of about 1,500. The school’s top majors include biological and biomedical sciences, social sciences and journalism.
Perkiomen Valley Middle School serves students in grades 6th through 8th.
Ursinus College is an important and beloved part of the Upper Providence community.
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Parks, plays and recreation in Upper Providence
Despite its growth in recent years, Upper Providence Township retains much of its natural beauty thanks to large parks and natural areas adjacent to Schuylkill River and Perkiomen Creek. Anderson Farm Park is a 60-plus acre park with soccer and baseball fields, basketball courts, a climbing wall and trails. The park is also home to the Upper Providence Community Center which includes a Kids Corner for the little ones. Grownups also have plenty of activities to indulge in here, including exercise classes, a podcast studio, and access to free Wi-Fi, a computer and a 3D printer. In Collegeville, cyclists, runners and dog walkers enjoy the natural scenery along the Perkiomen Trail. At the Upper Schuylkill Valley, boaters can launch kayaks and small motorboats within view of the Black Rock Bridge, an arched bridge listed on the National Register of Historic Places. On rainy days, kids can play at The Barn Yard, a farm-themed indoor playground. Students at Ursinus College perform several plays each year and the college’s Berman Museum contains more than 8,000 pieces of artwork and sculptures.
The Schuylkill River provides endless aquatic recreation in Upper Providence Township.
Upper Providence Township includes a section of the 120 mile Schuylkill River Trail.
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Big boxes and better dining
The area’s main thoroughfare, U.S. Highway 422, is lined with big box retailers such as Old Navy, Dick’s Sporting Goods and HomeGoods. Grocery shoppers will find a Wegmans in the area and a nearby Giant. Just south of Ursinus College’s campus, Collegeville’s Main Street is home to locally owned businesses and restaurants. The Collegeville Diner upholds a classic retro vibe with bright neon lights and an expansive breakfast and dinner menu. Chow Bistro offers an elegant yet cozy dining experience with colorful flowers, stained glass windows, an outside patio and a Sunday brunch menu. Trappe, the other historic borough in the community, also features a Main Street corridor where people enjoy freshly made crabcakes from the Captain's Market or a cup of coffee at Valerio Coffee Roasters.
Residents of Upper Providence Township go to Italian Delite for the food and atmosphere.
Upper Providence Township residents shop at Wegmans in Providence Town Center.
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Upper Providence Township events
In August, canoers and kayakers take to the water for the Schuylkill River Sojourn, a five-day guided paddle downriver. Participants spend the days paddling. At dusk, they camp on the shoreline or return home for the night after an evening of campfires, s’mores and storytelling. In October, nearby Pennypacker Mills hosts its annual All Hallows Eve Fall festival. Kids can enjoy crafts and pumpkin paintings. Everyone can participate in hayrides, cider pressing and other autumn activities. Just down the road, Skippack presents a Village Carnival in May and a car show in June.
Perkioman Valley High School marching band impresses at the Collegeville Memorial Day Parade.
Swiftie and the Midnights perform at the amphitheater during the UP Music Fest.
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Getting around and out of town
Along U.S. Highway 422, large office parks include several major companies, including Pfizer, Dow and GlaxoSmithKline, provide jobs for numerous local commuters. Center City, Philadelphia is a 30-mile drive via US 422 and Interstate 76. Philadelphia International Airport is 35 miles via I-476. Area residents may also access SEPTA commuter buses to reach nearby Norristown, King of Prussia and Pottstown. Upper Providence Township is considered a car-dependent area.
SEPTA busses provide convenient transportaiton throughout Upper Providence.
Highway 422 provides Upper Providence Township with access to I76 and downtown Philadelphia.
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I have lived here my entire life, and not once felt unsafe or uncomfortable in this town. Everyone seems very easy-going and are just great people that I am glad to know. I feel completely safe walking my dog at 12am, or going for a run at 6am. The only thing I would change would be to have a Five Guys restaurant in town.
5.0Current Resident
5/28/2018Niche Review
It is still in the country, I drive past real Farms, yet I have Dairy Queen, literally a 10 minutes walk from my house. There are trails close by for biking and hiking. It's also close to many points of interest including the King of Prussia Mall, the Philadelphia premium outlets, Life is good here.
4.0Nearby Resident
8/30/2017Niche Review
The Trappe area is relatively safe and great if you have a family to raise. Trappe is close to both the Philadelphia Premium Outlets, and the King of Prussia mall. Not to mention the countless eateries and mini malls in the surrounding area.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Upper Providence
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Homicide
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4
Sexual Assault
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4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
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4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Upper Providence Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Upper Providence, Upper Providence Township sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Upper Providence, Upper Providence Township over the last 12 months is $560,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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