Ivyland, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Ivyland, Pennsylvania
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Location of Ivyland in Bucks County, Pennsylvania.
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 Ivyland, Pennsylvania
Location in Pennsylvania
Ivyland, Pennsylvania
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| Country | United States | |
| State | Pennsylvania | |
| County | Bucks | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 0.35 sq mi (0.92 km2) | |
| • Land | 0.35 sq mi (0.92 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) | |
| Elevation | 299 ft (91 m) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 955 | |
| • Density | 2,690.14/sq mi (1,039.98/km2) | |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) | |
| ZIP Code |
18974
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| Area codes | 215, 267 and 445 | |
| FIPS code | 42-37304 | |
Ivyland is a small town, called a borough, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, United States. It's famous for having many beautiful Victorian buildings. Most of these buildings are so special that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. In 2020, about 955 people lived in Ivyland.
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Where is Ivyland Located?
Ivyland is in Pennsylvania, at these coordinates: 40°12′32″N 75°4′19″W. It's a very small place, covering only about 0.3 square miles (0.9 square kilometers). This makes it the smallest borough in all of Bucks County! A long time ago, the eastern part of Ivyland was a separate village called Bradyville.
A Look Back: Ivyland's History
Ivyland was started in 1873 by a man named Edwin Lacey. He was a Quaker, a member of a religious group known for peace and simple living. Edwin Lacey bought 40 acres of land. This land was near a road and where a future train line would be built.
Why is it Called Ivyland?
The town was named by Edwin Lacey. He thought there was a lot of "ivy" growing in the area. But it turns out, he wasn't a plant expert! What he thought was ivy was actually poison ivy. So, the town got its name from a bit of a plant mix-up!
The Railroad Comes to Town
The train line, which is now the New Hope Railroad, was finished in 1891. It was meant to help people travel to Ivyland, especially for the 100th birthday celebration of the Declaration of Independence.
The first part of the railroad opened on November 9, 1874. A man named Samuel Davis helped build it. He provided the stone, horses, and carts, and even housed the workers. In return, he was offered stocks, bonds, and a free lifetime pass on the train. But Samuel Davis was a very honest person. He said he couldn't accept the free pass because he had promised his friends interest on their investments in the railroad. He felt it was important to keep his word.
Becoming a Borough
Ivyland officially became a borough in 1903. This meant it could have its own local government.
Passenger train service stopped in 1952. Later, in 1966, the train line was sold to the New Hope and Ivyland Railroad.
In 2002, the Ivyland Historic District was added to the National Register of Historic Places. This means the old buildings and area are protected because of their historical importance.
People of Ivyland
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1880 | 173 | — | |
| 1910 | 247 | — | |
| 1920 | 263 | 6.5% | |
| 1930 | 307 | 16.7% | |
| 1940 | 318 | 3.6% | |
| 1950 | 358 | 12.6% | |
| 1960 | 425 | 18.7% | |
| 1970 | 600 | 41.2% | |
| 1980 | 661 | 10.2% | |
| 1990 | 490 | −25.9% | |
| 2000 | 492 | 0.4% | |
| 2010 | 1,041 | 111.6% | |
| 2020 | 955 | −8.3% | |
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In 2010, Ivyland had 1,041 people. Most people were White (88.3%), with some Asian (7.8%), and a small number of Black or African American people (0.4%). About 2.4% of the people were of Hispanic or Latino background.
In 2000, there were 492 people living in Ivyland. The average household had about 2.5 people, and the average family had about 2.8 people. About 32% of households had children under 18 living with them. The median age was 39 years old.
Old Ivyland and New Ivyland
Recently, Ivyland Borough gained a new community called Ivyland Village. This new area has many single-family homes and townhouses. The builders made sure that the new homes fit in with the style of the older, historic parts of Ivyland.
Where is New Ivyland Village?
Ivyland Village is located on the east side of State Route 332 (Jacksonville Road). It is next to Johnsville Boulevard, Kirk Road, and the Ann's Choice retirement community.
Transportation Around Ivyland
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Ivyland has about 5 miles of public roads. Most of these roads are taken care of by the borough itself. A smaller part is maintained by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT).
Pennsylvania Route 332 is the main highway that goes through Ivyland. It follows Jacksonville Road along the southeastern side of the borough.
Plants and Animals in Ivyland
Ivyland is in an area that would naturally have a lot of Oak trees and other Eastern Hardwood Forests. The weather here allows plants to start blooming around April 9. The beautiful fall colors usually reach their peak around November 1.
See also
In Spanish: Ivyland para niños
