Buckingham, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Buckingham, Pennsylvania
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Unincorporated community
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 Buckingham, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Buckingham, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Bucks |
| Township | Buckingham |
| Elevation | 230 ft (70 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP Code |
18912
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| Area code(s) | 215, 267, and 445 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1170567 |
Buckingham is a small place in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is known as an unincorporated community. This means it's a group of homes and businesses that isn't officially a town or city with its own local government. Instead, it's part of a larger area called Buckingham Township.
What is an Unincorporated Community?
An unincorporated community is a place where people live close together, but it doesn't have its own separate government. It's different from a city or a borough. For example, a city has its own mayor and city council. An unincorporated community like Buckingham is usually governed by the larger township or county it's in.
Where is Buckingham Located?
Buckingham is found within Bucks County, Pennsylvania. This county is in the southeastern part of Pennsylvania. The community sits at an elevation of about 230 feet (70 meters) above sea level.
Important Roads in Buckingham
Buckingham is easy to find because it's located right where three important roads meet. These roads are:
- U.S. Route 202
- Pennsylvania Route 263
- Pennsylvania Route 413
These roads help people travel to and from Buckingham. They connect the community to other nearby towns and cities.
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