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Snapshot of Images of Greater West Chester


Dr. Timothy V. Blair, dean of the College of Visual and Performing Arts, poses with one of the school’s new Steinway grand pianos.
Winning filmmakers get a trophy designed by Brett Walker and made by Ryan Blythe.

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Community Overview
Despite suburban conveniences and easy access to Philadelphia and Wilmington, Del., the area retains a significant rural feel. Greater West Chester is a thriving and diverse community with great opportunities for cultural and recreational activities. The Greater West Chester community consists of townships that include Birmingham, East Bradford, East Goshen, Thornbury, West Goshen, Westtown and the Borough of West Chester. It is one of three original counties created by William Penn in 1682. It is named for Cheshire, England. West Chester is the county seat.

Population

Chester County Population: 482,112 (estimated)
Borough of West Chester Population: 18,224

Climate

July High Temperature: 85.7
January Low Temperature: 20.7

Climate Overview
West Chester enjoys a mild and temperate climate, with an annual average temperature of 52 to 54 degrees.

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Schools

Educational Makeup
Schools and Higher Education Links
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
  • (610) 436-1000

West Chester Area School District #851
  • 829 Paoli Pk.
    West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
  • (484) 266-1000
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Health Care

Facilities
LifeCare Hospitals of Chester County
  • 400 E. Marshall St.
    West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
  • (484) 826-0400
  • Specialty Facility
Chester County Hospital
  • 701 E. Marshall St.
    West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
  • (610) 431-5000
  • Hospital
Bryn Mawr Rehab Hospital
  • 414 Paoli Pk.
    Malvern, Pennsylvania 19353
  • (610) 251-5400 (610) 251-5400
  • Specialty Facility
Brandywine Hospital
  • 201 Reeceville Rd.
    Coatesville, Pennsylvania 19320
  • (610) 383-8000
  • Hospital
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Neighborhoods

  • The Greater West Chester area offers a variety of housing styles and options to choose from.
Real Estate Information
Utilities
Aqua Pennsylvania
  • Water
PECO (an Exelon Company)
  • Electric
Comcast Cable
  • Cable
Verizon
  • Phone
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Business Climate

  • The rapidly developing western part of Chester County contains some of the most valued land for open space, houses and new businesses, while the northern region has established towns, villages and parks. And downtown West Chester continues to thrive, with dozens of restaurants and shops. (Source: Images of Greater West Chester)
Economic Resources
Chester County Economic Development Council
  • 737 Constitution Dr.
    Exton, Pennsylvania 19341
  • (610) 458-5700
Chamber of Commerce of Greater West Chester, Inc.
  • 119 N. High St.
    West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
  • (610) 696-4046
Transportation
Amtrak
    Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority
    • (215) 580-7800
    Chester County Airport
    • One Earhart Dr., Ste. 2
      Coatesville, Pennsylvania 19320
    • (610) 383-6057
    Brandywine Airport
    • 1205 Ward Ave.
      West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
    • (610) 692-6100
    Philadelphia International Airport
    • (215) 937-6937
    Industrial Sites
    Industrial Sites
      Media
      KYW 3 CBS
        WCAU 10 NBC
          WPVI 6 ABC
            The Philadelphia Inquirer
              West Chester Daily Local News
              • (610) 696-1775
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              Resources

              Senior Resources
              Meals on Wheels - Chester County
              • 510 E. Barnard St., No. 100
                West Chester, Pennsylvania 19382
              • (610) 430-8500
              Senior Planning
              • 770 E. Market St., No. 133
                West Chester, Pennsylvania 19382
              • (610) 524-6849
              West Chester Area Senior Center
              • 530 E. Union St.
                West Chester, Pennsylvania 19382
              • (610) 631-4242
              Volunteer Opportunities
              Chester County SPCA
              • 1212 Phoenixville Dr.
                West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
              • (610) 692-6113
              The Chester County Hospital
              • 701 E. Marshall St.
                West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
              • (610) 431-5000
              United Way of Chester County
              • 2 W. Market St.
                West Chester, Pennsylvania 19382
              • (610) 429-9400
              Local Resources
              Downtown West Chester
                Chester County Department of Voter Services
                • 601 Westtown Rd., Ste. 150, P.O. Box 2747
                  West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
                • (610) 344-6410
                PennDOT - Auto Registration/Driver's License
                • Lincoln Court Shopping Center, Route 30 & Marlin Road
                  Malvern, Pennsylvania 19355
                • (610) 640-2934 (610) 640-2934
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                Culture

                • Despite suburban conveniences and easy access to Philadelphia and Wilmington, Del., the area retains a significant rural feel. Greater West Chester is a thriving and diverse community with great opportunities for cultural and recreational activities. The Greater West Chester community consists of townships that include Birmingham, East Bradford, East Goshen, Thornbury, West Goshen, Westtown and the Borough of West Chester. It is one of three original counties created by William Penn in 1682. It is named for Cheshire, England. West Chester is the county seat.
                Arts and Culture
                Longwood Gardens
                • 1001 Longwood Rd., Kennett Sq.
                  East Marlborough, Pennsylvania 19348
                • (610) 388-1000
                West Chester Film Festival
                • 13 N. Wayne St.
                  West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
                • (267) 918-5399
                Kennett Symphony of Chester County
                • 105 S. Broad St., P.O. Box 72
                  Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348
                • (610) 444-6363
                Brandywine Ballet Company
                • 317 Westtown Rd., Ste. 5
                  West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
                • (610) 470-0870
                Historic Kennett Square
                • 106 W. State St.
                  Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348
                • (610) 444-8188
                Recreation Opportunities
                Ride the Ducks
                • Corner of Sixth and Market
                  Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106
                • (215) 227-DUCK
                Valley Forge National Historical Park
                • 1400 N. Outer Line Dr.
                  Valley Forge, Pennsylvania 19482
                • (610) 783-1077
                Brandywine Battlefield Park
                • U.S. Route 1, P.O. Box 202
                  Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania 19317
                • (610) 459-3342
                QVC Studio Tour
                • 1200 Wilson Dr.
                  West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
                Visit
                CVB Calendar Link
                  Chester County Conference and Visitors Bureau
                  • 17 Wilmont Mews, Ste. 400
                    West Chester, Pennsylvania 19382
                  • (610) 719-1730 (610) 719-1730
                  Borough of West Chester
                  • 401 E. Gay St.
                    West Chester, Pennsylvania 19380
                  • (610) 692-7574
                  • (County Seat)
                  Dining
                  The White Horse Tavern
                  • 707 E. Lancaster Pk.
                    Frazer, Pennsylvania 19355
                  • (610) 280-2580
                  Talula's Table
                  • 102 W. State St.
                    Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348
                  • (610) 444-8255
                  Kennett Square Inn
                  • 201 E. State St.
                    Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348
                  • (610) 444-5688
                  Half Moon Restaurant and Saloon
                  • 108 W. State St.
                    Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348
                  • (610) 444-7232
                  Four Dogs Tavern
                  • 1300 Strasburg Rd., Route 162
                    West Chester, Pennsylvania 19344
                  • (610) 692-4367
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                  Guide to Services

                  • Looking for a financial institution, Realtor, or health-care provider? Looking for other goods and services in Images of Greater West Chester?
                  Apartments
                  Ryan's Pub
                  The Hickman
                  Automotive
                  Krapf's Coaches
                  Business Services
                  MacElree Harvey
                  Servicemark
                  Education
                  WCU-College of Visual & Performing Arts
                  West Chester University
                  West Chester Area School District
                  Financial
                  First National Bank
                  Penn Liberty Bank
                  West Chester Capital Advisors
                  Health Care
                  Chester County Hospital
                  Hotel
                  Inn at Chester Springs
                  Staybridge Suites
                  Real Estate
                  ERA Excellence
                  Recreation
                  West Chester Bid
                  Retail
                  Nucar Hummer
                  Carlino's Market & Cafe