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Exeter Township, Pennsylvania

Population: 21,161
Located in Berks County

The year 1701 is believed to be the year that Berks County was first settled. Exeter Township was founded December 7th, 1741. Previously considered part of Oley Township, the area's residents petitioned Philadelphia County to become a separate Township six months after the establishment of Oley.

The actual name of the Township, "Exeter", is generally credited to the George Boone family. That family was from a town called Bradninch, England, just outside the town of Exeter. Many similarities still exist between the two cities, among them being the geography, soil type, and proximity to a town called St. Lawrence.

Through the 19th and 20th centuries, Exeter began to grow due to the need for connections between the city of Reading, Oley, Boyertown, Birdsboro, and King of Prussia. Suburban sprawl after World War II boosted Exeter's population. This contributed to creating growth and Exeter Township is now a thriving community of over 21,000 people.

With excellent schools ? Exeter has its own district, and the parents and teachers are extremely involved ? this city has proven itself a force to be reckoned with when it comes to academic and sporting events in and around the region. There are also many tertiary places of learning students can choose after they graduate from high school. Most students in this district do choose some kind of university or college to attend.

Homes here run the gamut from apartment rentals to single family homes, and a smattering of multi-family homes too. With prices ranging from the low $70,?s all the way to the low millions for a custom built unique home on a large piece of property, any kind of home can be built, or found to suit your style, taste and budget.

Reading is just a short drive away, and this little city has plenty to offer, from sports to shopping, from recreation to business opportunities. So, if you?re looking for a day out, or even a weekend trip, check out Reading!

With so much to offer both new and existing residents, it is easy to see why Exeter Township has grown to the size it has today. This township is definitely worth looking at if Reading is your next port of call!

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