SALFORD TOWNSHIP 139 RIDGE ROAD P.O. BOX 54 TYLERSPORT, PA 18971 215-257-5664 1990 POPULATION: 2,216 1996 POPULATION EST.: 2,376 1990 MEDIAN HOUSEHOLD INCOME: $47,321 1997 TOTAL HOUSING UNITS: 811 1997 AVERAGE RESIDENTIAL HOME PRICE: $165,165 GOVERNMENT: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AREA: 9.56 SQUARE MILES PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT: SOUDERTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT STATE REPRESENTATIVE DISTRICT: 53RD STATE SENATORIAL DISTRICT: 24TH U.S. CONGRESSIONAL DISTRICT: 13TH

The present-day Salford Township was established in 1892 when the Township of Upper Salford was divided into two voting districts. Salford Township has a varied topography and some of the most handsome scenery in the county which includes flat meadows, rugged wooded hills and creeks. This area was settled primarily by Pennsylvania Germans. The township has been historically home to family farms. Today, the landscape is slowly noticing single family homes and other small developments. However, the area retains much of its rural character and heritage. The most recognizable portion of the township is the small village of Tylersport, located near the Bucks County border. PUBLIC SERVICES: No public water or sewer facilities are available in the township. Police protection is provided by the Pennsylvania State Police. Fire protection is provided by volunteer companies. Residential trash disposal is arranged by private contractors. RECREATION: Facilities include a joint park with Franconia Township, two small playground parks, a tennis court, and softball facilities. Little League programs are run by a private organization. For more information on what is available, please call 215-257-5664. PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION: No SEPTA bus or rail lines serve the township. Public transportation can be accessed in nearby Souderton Borough. SHOPPING: Residents have easy access to shopping facilities in and around Telford and Souderton Boroughs. The nearest major shopping areas are the Montgomery Mall and Quakertown in Bucks County.