Newtown Township, Bucks County Email Format
Government AdministrationPennsylvania, United States51-200 Employees
Newtown Township is a local government entity in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, providing municipal administration and planning services to residents and businesses. Based in Newtown, the township supports a modest staff responsible for public services and governance for a community surrounding Newtown Borough. It operates within the government administration sector, focusing on land use planning, public safety, and local services. The township surrounds Newtown Borough, and each jurisdiction operates its own form of government. The township's origins trace back to 1683, when William Penn acquired land in the area, and it served as the county seat of Bucks County from 1726 until 1813. Today, the community has evolved from its rural roots toward greater development, while the Board of Supervisors guides growth in line with a Comprehensive Plan and Historic District Classification to preserve its colonial character.