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Green Hills, Berks County,
Pennsylvania
Unincorporated community
Green Hills, Berks County, Pennsylvania is located in Pennsylvania
Green Hills, Berks County, Pennsylvania
Green Hills, Berks County, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Green Hills, Berks County, Pennsylvania is located in the United States
Green Hills, Berks County, Pennsylvania
Green Hills, Berks County, Pennsylvania
Location in the United States
Country United States
State Pennsylvania
County Berks
Township Robeson
Time zone UTC-5 (Eastern (EST))
 • Summer (DST) UTC-4 (EDT)
ZIP code
19540
Area code(s) 610 and 484

Green Hills is a small, quiet community located in Robeson Township in Berks County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's not a big city or a town with its own local government, but rather a group of homes and businesses that are part of a larger area.

What is an Unincorporated Community?

Green Hills is known as an 'unincorporated community.' This means it's a place where people live and work, but it doesn't have its own separate government like a city or a borough. Instead, it's governed by the larger area it's part of, which in this case is Robeson Township. Think of it like a neighborhood that relies on the rules and services of the bigger township around it.

Where is Green Hills Located?

Green Hills is found in the state of Pennsylvania, which is in the eastern part of the United States. Pennsylvania is famous for its rich history, like the city of Philadelphia where important documents were signed, and its beautiful natural areas, including forests and mountains.

The community is specifically located in Berks County. This county is known for its mix of farmland, small towns, and some larger cities like Reading. Robeson Township, where Green Hills is, is one of the many townships that make up Berks County. Townships are a type of local government area, often found in rural or suburban parts of Pennsylvania.

Getting Around Green Hills

Green Hills is easy to reach because it's located along Pennsylvania Route 10. This route is a state highway that helps people travel through the area. You can also find Green Hills near where Pennsylvania Route 568 meets Route 10.

For longer trips, Green Hills is close to Interstate 176. An interstate is a major highway system that connects different states across the country. Interstate 176 has an exit (Exit 7) that leads right to the Green Hills area, making it simple for people to visit or pass through.

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