Washington Post: See How Tree-Friendly Bucks County Towns Are

Trees dot a Bensalem neighborhood. Most of Bucks County enjoys a decent amount of tree cover, though the density of trees varies significantly in each town.

Most of Bucks County enjoys a decent amount of tree cover, though the density of trees varies significantly from one town to another, writes Niko Kommenda for The Washington Post.

Newtown is one of the greenest towns in the county, with tree cover ranging from 33.1 percent to 43.1 percent. Depending on the area, the town has seen an increase in tree cover of up to 8.6 percent over the last five years.

Bensalem averages 26 percent tree cover, with surrounding areas reaching as high as 42.9 percent, and has a five-year improvement of up to 6.2 percent.

Doylestown ranges from 28.9 percent to 37.9 percent, with nearby areas boasting up to 57.8 percent. Tree cover in the area has remained largely stable over the past five years.

Warminster Township ranges from 20.1 percent to 32.7 percent, depending on where. The township saw a positive change of up to 3.8 percent in five years.

Quakertown is less tree-rich than other parts of Bucks County, with tree cover ranging from 13.2 percent to 27 percent. Surrounding areas fare better, reaching up to 39.9 percent. The town recorded less than a one percent increase in some areas, while others saw a decline.

Discover which towns in Bucks County and across the U.S. are the most tree-friendly — and explore The Washington Post’s interactive map showing tree density by ZIP code.

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