Overview & Orientation
Hempfield Township is a large township in Westmoreland County that surrounds the City of Greensburg, east of Pittsburgh. It covers about 77 square miles. Hempfield is known for Historic Hanna’s Town, Hempfield Park, Westmoreland Mall and the Route 30 corridor, the University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, and the Hempfield Area School District.
Where Hempfield Township Is
- County: Westmoreland County
- Municipality type: Township, incorporated on April 6, 1773
- Size: About 77 square miles
- Mailing address: Greensburg, PA 15601 is the township’s main mailing address. Some areas use other nearby mailing names.
- Communities within: Hempfield surrounds the City of Greensburg and six boroughs: South Greensburg, Southwest Greensburg, Youngwood, New Stanton, Arona, and Adamsburg. Unincorporated communities include Grapeville, Bovard, Hannastown, Fort Allen, Carbon, West Point, and others.
- Bordering communities: Salem Township (north), Unity Township (east), Mount Pleasant Township (southeast), East Huntingdon and South Huntingdon Townships (south), Sewickley Township (southwest), and North Huntingdon Township, Penn Township, and Jeannette (northwest)
Typical Drive Times
Times are approximate. Traffic varies by time of day.
| Destination | About |
|---|---|
| Greensburg | 5–10 minutes |
| Westmoreland Mall | 10–15 minutes |
| Arnold Palmer Regional Airport | 20–25 minutes |
| Monroeville | 30–40 minutes |
| Downtown Pittsburgh | 45–55 minutes |
| Oakland | 45–55 minutes |
| Pittsburgh International Airport | 65–75 minutes |
A Brief History
Hempfield is one of Westmoreland County’s original townships, incorporated in 1773. Early German settlers named it after Hempfield Township in Lancaster County, and the area was long known for farming and grain distilleries.
Hanna’s Town, inside today’s township, held the first English courts west of the Allegheny Mountains starting in 1773 and served as Westmoreland County’s first seat of government. In May 1775, residents drafted the Hanna’s Town Resolves protesting British actions. British and Seneca forces burned the town on July 13, 1782, and the county seat later moved to Greensburg. See Historic Hanna’s Town.
Notable Landmarks
- Historic Hanna’s Town: A reconstructed site run by the Westmoreland Historical Society as a county park, with guided tours, events, and a history education center
- Westmoreland Mall and Live! Casino Pittsburgh: The township’s main retail and entertainment center on Route 30
- University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg: A Pitt regional campus in the township
- Hempfield Park: The township’s 93-acre main park, home to the Hempfield Township Athletic Complex
Housing & Real Estate
Housing Stock
- Scale: At about 77 square miles, Hempfield includes suburban subdivisions near Greensburg and Route 30, older village centers, and rural land.
- Village communities: Unincorporated places like Grapeville, Bovard, Fort Allen, Carbon, and West Point each have their own older housing and street layouts.
- Boroughs inside the township: Greensburg, Youngwood, New Stanton, and the other enclosed boroughs are separate municipalities with their own services, so confirm which municipality an address is in.
Types of Homes
Hempfield’s housing ranges from older homes in its village communities to subdivisions of newer single-family houses, townhomes, and condominiums, plus rural properties with larger lots.
Prices and availability change daily. That means the live feed is the place to check. See current homes for sale in Hempfield Township.
Schools
Public Schools
Hempfield Township is served by the Hempfield Area School District, with offices at 4347 Route 136, Greensburg, (724) 850-2238. It also serves Adamsburg, Hunker, Manor, New Stanton, and Youngwood. The district covers about 95 square miles.
- Fort Allen, Maxwell, Stanwood, West Hempfield, and West Point Elementary Schools
- Harrold, Wendover, and West Hempfield Middle Schools
- Hempfield Area High School
School assignment depends on address. Confirm with the district.
Nearby Colleges & Universities
- University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg (Hempfield Township)
- Westmoreland County Community College (Youngwood)
- Carlow University’s Greensburg education center
- Seton Hill University (Greensburg)
For school performance data, visit the Pennsylvania Department of Education’s Future Ready PA Index and the district’s own website. School assignments can change. Confirm directly with the district.
Getting Around
Major Roads
- U.S. Route 30 (Lincoln Highway): The main east–west route and commercial corridor, past Westmoreland Mall
- U.S. Route 119: The main north–south route
- Pennsylvania Turnpike (Interstate 76) and Interstate 70: Reached at New Stanton, in the township’s southern section
- PA Route 66: A bypass route around Greensburg
Public Transit
Westmoreland Transit runs local routes through the township from its transit center in downtown Greensburg, along with commuter Flyer service toward Pittsburgh. Amtrak’s Pennsylvanian stops at the Greensburg station once daily in each direction.
Walkability & Bikeability
See Walk Score for the Hempfield area for walking, transit, and bike ratings. The Five Star Trail, a rail-trail of nearly 8 miles, runs from Greensburg to Youngwood through Hempfield.
Things to Do
Parks & Trails
Hempfield Park
About 4 miles north of Greensburg. A 93-acre park with a two-mile walking track, lighted tennis courts, volleyball, soccer and baseball fields, a bocce court, an amphitheater, five rental pavilions, and an inclusive playground opened in 2022. Open Monday through Saturday, dawn to dusk.
Weatherwood Lane park
A 43-acre township park west of Westmoreland Mall, between the Mt. Pleasant Road and Cedar Street exits of Route 30. Its first phase includes a splash zone, children’s play areas, an obstacle course, an adult exercise area, and a yoga deck. See TribLIVE coverage.
Twin Lakes Park
A 467-acre Westmoreland County park in Hempfield and Unity Townships, just east of Greensburg off Route 30 by way of Donohoe Road, with two stocked lakes, a 2.5-mile walking loop, a boathouse with pedal boat and canoe rentals, 10 pavilions, a dog park, sledding runs, and the Island Stage. See county parks.
Recreation
- Hempfield Township Athletic Complex: Indoor fitness facilities in Hempfield Park, with free access for township residents
- Historic Hanna’s Town: Guided tours and special events at the reconstructed 1770s county seat
- Live! Casino Pittsburgh: Gaming and entertainment at Westmoreland Mall
Annual Events
- Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival (late June to early July): A four-day festival at Twin Lakes Park with more than 200 craft, art, and food booths and live music on the Island Stage. It has run for more than 50 years.
- Twin Lakes summer concerts: Free Sunday concerts on the Island Stage
- Twin Lakes Father’s Day Fishing Derby (June)
Dining & Shopping
- Route 30: Westmoreland Mall, Live! Casino, and restaurants and stores along the Lincoln Highway
- Downtown Greensburg: Restaurants, shops, and the Greensburg Night Market, 5 to 10 minutes away
Library
The Greensburg-Hempfield Area Library is at 237 South Pennsylvania Avenue in downtown Greensburg, (724) 837-5620.
Local Services & Resources
Hempfield Township Municipal Building
1132 Woodward Drive, Suite A, Greensburg, PA 15601
Phone: (724) 834-7232
Website: hempfieldtwp.com
Board of Supervisors: See the township website for meeting dates.
Utilities
- Water: Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County serves much of the area. Confirm the provider for a specific address.
- Trash and recycling: Contact the township for current trash and recycling information.
Emergency Services
- Emergencies: Call 911
- Police: Hempfield Township does not have its own police department. Pennsylvania State Police patrol the township.
- Fire: Hempfield Township Bureau of Fire
Hospitals Nearby
- Excela Westmoreland Hospital (Greensburg)
- Excela Latrobe Hospital (Latrobe)
Permits & Zoning
For building permits, zoning, and subdivision questions, call the township at (724) 834-7232 or start at hempfieldtwp.com. If a property is inside Greensburg or one of the enclosed boroughs, that municipality handles its own permits.
Frequently Asked Questions
What county is Hempfield Township in?
Hempfield Township is in Westmoreland County, surrounding the City of Greensburg.
Is Hempfield Township the same as Greensburg?
No. Greensburg is a separate city that Hempfield surrounds. Many Hempfield addresses use a Greensburg mailing address, but the township has its own government at 1132 Woodward Drive.
What school district serves Hempfield Township?
The Hempfield Area School District, which also serves Adamsburg, Hunker, Manor, New Stanton, and Youngwood.
How long is the drive from Hempfield to Downtown Pittsburgh?
About 45 to 55 minutes. Traffic varies by time of day.
Does Hempfield Township have its own police department?
No. Pennsylvania State Police patrol the township. For emergencies, call 911.
What parks are in Hempfield Township?
Hempfield Park is the 93-acre main park, and a newer township park opened on Weatherwood Lane near Route 30. Twin Lakes Park, a county park, sits partly in Hempfield.
What is Historic Hanna’s Town?
The site of Westmoreland County’s first seat of government and the first English courts west of the Allegheny Mountains, burned in 1782. It is now a county park with tours and events.
When is the Westmoreland Arts & Heritage Festival?
It is held each year in late June or early July at Twin Lakes Park.
Where is the Hempfield Township municipal building?
The township office is at 1132 Woodward Drive, Suite A, Greensburg, PA 15601. The phone number is (724) 834-7232.
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