Philadelphia & Southeastern Pennsylvania
Springfield, Pennsylvania
Township (Springfield Township, Delaware County)
A leafy inner-ring township on Baltimore Pike
Springfield Township is a first-class township in Delaware County, west of Philadelphia and north of Media. It is a largely residential community of mid-century neighborhoods and mature trees, with commercial development concentrated along Baltimore Pike and Route 420.
History & Local Character
Settled in the 1680s, Springfield remained farmland until the trolley and automobile eras brought suburban development. The township's name is shared with several other Pennsylvania municipalities, so the county is usually specified.
Housing & Real Estate
Springfield offers colonials, splits and ranches from the 1950s through 1970s, along with townhouse communities. Prices are solidly mid-market for Delaware County.
Restaurants & Shopping
Baltimore Pike supports a mix of diners, pizzerias, delis and chain restaurants, with a few longstanding local favorites.
Schools & Education
Springfield School District serves the township, one of the smaller districts in Delaware County.
Parks & Recreation
Springfield Township maintains several parks and playing fields, and Ridley Creek State Park is a short drive away.
Transportation & Accessibility
SEPTA's Media/Elwyn line stops at Springfielford Road nearby, and Baltimore Pike, Route 420 and I-476 connect the township.
Local Businesses
Retail centers, medical offices and contractors line Baltimore Pike, with a strong base of family-owned services.
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Nearby Attractions
- Ridley Creek State Park
- Springfield Mall area
- Media downtown
- Smedley Park
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Established residential neighborhoods
- Good access to I-476 and Baltimore Pike
- Respected school district
- Close to Media and Ridley Creek State Park
Considerations
- Baltimore Pike congestion
- Few walkable commercial districts
- Higher property taxes than some neighbors
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Springfield a township or a borough?
Springfield is a first-class township in Delaware County. Several other Pennsylvania municipalities share the name, so it is often written as Springfield Township, Delaware County.
Which school district serves Springfield?
Springfield Township is served by the Springfield School District.