Source discipline: Every market figure is labeled by geography. Borough, Township, and ZIP 18940 are different datasets. Verify all figures before financial decisions. Tax data: BucksCounty.info →
Neighborhood Guide · Bucks County, PA

Newtown,
Pennsylvania

Top schools. Established suburbs. Active market.

Newtown Township and Borough sit in one of Bucks County’s most consistently desirable corridors — driven by Council Rock School District, proximity to major commute routes, and a well-maintained suburban character that holds long-term buyer appeal.

Questions worth answering before you decide.
Market Snapshot Sources labeled per row
Median Sale Price
$725,000Redfin · ZIP 18940 · Feb 2026
Days on Market
~40 daysRedfin · ZIP 18940 · Feb 2026
YOY Price Change
+0.8%Redfin · ZIP 18940 · Feb 2026
Effective Tax Rate
~1.17%Bucks County avg · verify by parcel
School District
Council Rock SDNiche overall grade: A
Borough Market
Limited inventoryTypically <12 active listings
Township Population
19,8952020 U.S. Census
Market Data · Geography-Labeled
What the numbers actually show — by source and geography
ZIP 18940
Median Sale Price
$725K
February 2026. Year-over-year change: +0.8%. ZIP 18940 covers Newtown Township and surrounding area.
Redfin.com · ZIP 18940 · Feb 2026
ZIP 18940
Days on Market
~40 days
Median days from list to contract. Well-priced homes in established neighborhoods can move faster; overpriced listings skew this up.
Redfin.com · ZIP 18940 · Feb 2026
Newtown Borough
Borough Market Character
Smaller, Pricier
Inventory is limited — typically fewer than a dozen active listings. Per-square-foot prices trend above the Township ZIP average. Confirm current figures with live MLS data.
Market observation · not a reported sale-price series
Bucks County Average
Effective Tax Rate
~1.17%
County-wide average effective rate. Combined Township and Council Rock millage ~185 mils (2024). Verify by parcel — your actual bill depends on assessed value and municipality.
Bucks County Board of Assessment · 215-348-6219
Broader Newtown Market
Higher-End Listing Activity
$900K–$1.1M+
Reflects list prices on active higher-end inventory. List price and sale price are different series — the gap matters.
Active listing inventory · list prices, not recorded sales
ZIP 18940
YOY Price Change
+0.8%
Verified sale price change, February 2026 vs prior year. A modest figure on the confirmed sale series. Listing-price trends may differ.
Redfin.com · ZIP 18940 · Feb 2026
Why these numbers differ by source

Listing-price data and sale-price data are different series. Borough, Township, and ZIP 18940 are overlapping but not identical geographies. We label each figure by source and geography so you can evaluate the data directly.

Borough vs Township
Two municipalities, one shared name — know the difference

Most buyers use “Newtown” as a single place. Borough and Township are legally separate municipalities with different density, walkability, and tax structures. Knowing which you’re buying in matters.

Historic Core · More Walkable
Newtown Borough
Population
2,2682020 U.S. Census
Area
~0.6 sq mi2020 U.S. Census boundary
Walkability (core)
Walk Score ~83Walk Score · varies by address
Borough Market
Limited inventoryTypically <12 active listings
Niche Family Grade
A+Niche.com
State Street is the commercial core — local restaurants, taverns, boutiques, and cafés walkable from most Borough addresses. Completely enclosed by the Township. Best for buyers who want historic, small-town character with walkable daily life.
Suburban · Larger Homes · Most Inventory
Newtown Township
Population
19,8952020 U.S. Census
Area
12.0 sq mi2020 U.S. Census boundary
Car Dependence
High (most areas)Walk Score data; varies by neighborhood
Open Space
Tyler State Park1,711 acres · PA DCNR
Key Roads
US-1, PA-332, PA-413PennDOT
Where most Newtown buyers actually shop. Ranges from established communities like Newtown Grant to single-family developments. Oxford Valley Mall anchors the eastern end. Nearly all errands require a car outside the Borough boundary.
School district is shared — municipal tax structure is not

Borough and Township residents both attend Council Rock schools. Municipal tax rates differ between the two entities. Verify your exact tax obligation by parcel address with the Bucks County Board of Assessment at 215-348-6219, or via BucksCounty.info →

A Sense of Place
Newtown in four frames

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Drive Times · No Rail in Newtown
Commute reality — everything here is car-based

Newtown has no SEPTA rail station. If rail access to Philadelphia matters for your household, factor in a 10–15 minute drive to the nearest station first — and compare that directly against Yardley, which has its own West Trenton Line stop.

Philadelphia
~38 min
Via I-95 S + US-1 · ~25–30 miles
Normal driving conditions. Peak rush adds 10–20 minutes. No direct SEPTA rail from Newtown.
Google Maps · typical conditions
Princeton, NJ
~26 min
Via I-295 N · ~21 miles
Closer than most buyers assume. Princeton Junction station provides NJ Transit rail access toward New York Penn.
Google Maps · typical conditions
New York City
~1h 30m
Via I-95 NE / NJ Turnpike · ~74 miles
Full drive. Many commuters drive to Trenton (~20 min) and take Amtrak to NYC Penn (~1h) instead.
Google Maps · varies significantly with traffic
Nearest SEPTA Rail
10–15 min
Drive to Langhorne or Woodbourne stations
West Trenton Line toward Philadelphia. No station within Newtown Borough or Township boundaries.
SEPTA system map · septa.org
Key Roads & Traffic Patterns
US Route 1 PA-332 Bypass PA-413 (Durham Rd) PA-532 I-95 (via Langhorne) I-295 (via Yardley)

Morning and evening rush on US-1 is consistent and can add meaningful time to Philadelphia-bound commutes. Most school runs, grocery trips, and daily errands in the Township require a car.

Honest Comparison
Newtown vs nearby towns — when to choose what
Newtown vs
Yardley
Choose Newtown if you want
Council Rock SD over Pennsbury SD
Larger homes and more suburban space
More retail, dining, and daily-errand density
Choose Yardley if you want
Direct SEPTA West Trenton Line stop
Delaware River village character
Lower entry price point
Newtown vs
Doylestown
Choose Newtown if you want
Quieter residential suburban feel
Council Rock vs Central Bucks SD
Larger home footprints and newer builds
Choose Doylestown if you want
Cultural scene — Mercer Museum, Michener, live theater
Live/work downtown walkability
Lower reported median price (~$690K area estimates)
Newtown vs
New Hope
Choose Newtown if you want
Year-round residential calm, not a tourist town
Council Rock public schools
More suburban infrastructure for daily life
Choose New Hope if you want
Arts, galleries, festivals, and nightlife
Delaware River walkability and atmosphere
Cross-river Lambertville access and character
Newtown vs
Washington Crossing
Choose Newtown if you want
Full amenity access — schools, shopping, dining
Active market with more inventory
Closer proximity to daily services
Choose Washington Crossing if you want
Rural character, large lots, and privacy
Historic riverside setting (Walk Score ~27)
Colonial and estate-style homes
Comparing your options
Not sure how Newtown stacks up against your actual priorities?

We can walk through Newtown alongside Yardley, Doylestown, or Washington Crossing based on your commute, budget, and school preferences — with real data, not sales pitch.

Day-to-Day Life
What daily life in Newtown actually looks like
Grocery Anchors
  • ACME Markets — 48 W. Road, Newtown Township
  • Giant Food Store — Langhorne (~10 min drive)
  • ALDI — Langhorne area (~10 min drive)
  • Wegmans — Yardley (~15 min drive)
  • Confirm current locations before relying on any list — stores change
Dining Clusters
  • State Street (Borough) — walkable local restaurants, pubs, and cafés
  • Oxford Valley area (Township east) — chain dining and casual options
  • Newtown MarketPlace — mixed dining and retail corridor
  • Borough dining is the genuine walkable differentiator vs Township
Walkability by Zone
  • Borough core: Walk Score ~83 — Very Walkable Walk Score; point-specific
  • Township (most areas): car-dependent for daily errands
  • Bike and hike trails connect Tyler State Park to Borough
  • Walk Score varies by exact address — check your specific property
Parks & Recreation
  • Tyler State Park — 1,711 acres, hiking, disc golf, creek access PA DCNR
  • Veterans Park & Kiwanis Park — sports fields and playgrounds
  • Bowman’s Hill Wildflower Preserve — ~15 min drive
  • Washington Crossing Historic Park — ~15 min drive
  • Bucks County Community College campus trails
Honest lifestyle context

Niche grades Newtown’s diversity at C and rates nightlife high — meaning few clubs, not an active late-night scene. Buyers seeking an urban population mix or active nightlife should look seriously at New Hope or Doylestown before committing to Newtown.

Public Education
Council Rock SD — the primary reason families choose Newtown
District Overview
Council Rock School District
Overall District Grade
ANiche.com
CR High School North
9 / 10GreatSchools.org
Niche Family Grade (Borough)
A+Niche.com
Borough served by CRSD
YesCouncil Rock SD boundary map
Township served by CRSD
YesCouncil Rock SD boundary map

Council Rock’s reputation is a primary price driver here. Families consistently cite it as the decisive factor over Yardley (Pennsbury SD) and other nearby alternatives. Verify your exact school assignment with CRSD prior to purchase.

Council Rock High School North
Newtown Township · GreatSchools 9/10 · Serves Borough and Township students
Newtown Middle School
Serves Borough and Township students
Goodnoe Elementary School
Newtown Township
Newtown Elementary School
Borough and Township feeder
Verify before you buy

Borough and Township are both served by CRSD, but your specific school assignment depends on your parcel address. Confirm directly with Council Rock School District before making any purchase decision based on school boundaries.

Honest Fit Assessment

Who Newtown is right for — and who it isn’t

✓ Strong fit if you are
Families ranking Council Rock schools as a top priority
Professionals comfortable with a ~38-min car commute to Philadelphia
Buyers in the $700K–$1M+ range seeking suburban space
Car-comfortable households not dependent on transit
Empty-nesters wanting quiet, maintained neighborhoods near trail access
✕ Not ideal if you need
SEPTA rail access — no station in Newtown
Entry-level or sub-$600K pricing
Urban nightlife or an active arts and cultural scene
Walkable daily errands without a car (Township; Borough differs)
High population diversity
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