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UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION

Washington D.C. 20549


FORM 10-Q

QUARTERLY REPORT UNDER SECTION 13 or 15 (d) OF
THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934




For Quarter Ended March 31, 2002

Commission File Number 1-6659



PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CORPORATION
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(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)


Pennsylvania 23-1702594
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(State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer
incorporation or organization) Identification No.)


762 W. Lancaster Avenue, Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania 19010-3489
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(Address of principal executive offices) (Zip Code)


Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (610)-527-8000
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Indicate by check mark whether the registrant (1) filed all reports required to
be filed by Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 during
the preceding 12 months (or for such shorter period that the registrant was
required to file such reports), and (2) has been subject to such filing
requirements for the past 90 days.


Yes X No
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Indicate the number of shares outstanding of each of the issuer's classes of
common stock, as of May 7, 2002

68,651,874
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PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS
(In thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)


<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
March 31, December 31,
2002 2001
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Assets (Unaudited)
<S> <C> <C>
Property, plant and equipment, at cost $ 1,714,136 $ 1,677,061
Less accumulated depreciation 317,837 308,946
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Net property, plant and equipment 1,396,299 1,368,115
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Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents 4,586 1,010
Accounts receivable and unbilled revenues, net 51,928 56,331
Inventory, materials and supplies 4,738 4,446
Prepayments and other current assets 6,088 8,085
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Total current assets 67,340 69,872
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Regulatory assets 79,897 79,669
Deferred charges and other assets, net 21,158 22,915
Funds restricted for construction activity 12,536 19,768
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$ 1,577,230 $ 1,560,339
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Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity

Stockholders' equity:
6.05% Series B cumulative preferred stock $ 816 $ 1,116
Common stock at $.50 par value, authorized 100,000,000 shares,
issued 69,494,239 and 69,300,346 in 2002 and 2001 34,747 34,650
Capital in excess of par value 306,928 304,039
Retained earnings 152,493 149,682
Minority interest 787 787
Treasury stock, 925,624 and 913,877 shares in 2002 and 2001 (17,440) (17,167)
Accumulated other comprehensive income 627 726
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Total stockholders' equity 478,958 473,833
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Long-term debt, excluding current portion 520,144 516,520
Commitments -- --
Current liabilities:
Current portion of long-term debt 14,829 14,935
Loans payable 119,780 109,668
Accounts payable 13,469 27,667
Accrued interest 7,963 8,302
Accrued taxes 25,466 22,865
Other accrued liabilities 18,500 19,198
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Total current liabilities 200,007 202,635
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Deferred credits and other liabilities:
Deferred income taxes and investment tax credits 169,030 167,577
Customers' advances for construction 64,453 59,886
Other 10,678 9,204
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Total deferred credits and other liabilities 244,161 236,667
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Contributions in aid of construction 133,960 130,684
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$ 1,577,230 $ 1,560,339
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</TABLE>

See notes to consolidated financial statements on page 5 of this report.

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CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF INCOME AND COMPREHENSIVE INCOME
(In thousands, except per share amounts)

(UNAUDITED)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Three Months Ended
March 31,
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2002 2001
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<S> <C> <C>
Operating revenues $ 71,669 $ 70,193

Costs and expenses:
Operations and maintenance 27,285 26,186
Depreciation 9,893 8,953
Amortization 540 522
Taxes other than income taxes 5,314 5,588
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43,032 41,249
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Operating income 28,637 28,944

Other expense (income):
Interest expense, net 9,780 10,262
Allowance for funds used during construction (386) (248)
Gain on sale of other assets (349) (2,791)
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Income before income taxes 19,592 21,721
Provision for income taxes 7,702 8,609
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Net income 11,890 13,112
Dividends on preferred stock 15 27
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Net income available to common stock $ 11,875 $ 13,085
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Net income $ 11,890 $ 13,112
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax:
Unrealized gain (loss) on securities 128 (557)
Reclassification adjustment for gains reported in net income (227) --
-------- --------
Comprehensive income $ 11,791 $ 12,555
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Net income per common share:
Basic $ 0.17 $ 0.19
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Diluted $ 0.17 $ 0.19
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Average common shares outstanding
during the period:
Basic 68,451 67,440
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Diluted 69,300 68,247
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</TABLE>


See notes to consolidated financial statements on page 5 of this report.

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PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOW
(In thousands of dollars)

(UNAUDITED)

<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
Three Months Ended
March 31,
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2002 2001
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<S> <C> <C>
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net income $ 11,890 $ 13,112
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net
cash flows from operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization 10,433 9,475
Deferred income taxes 1,440 2,282
Gain on sale of other assets (349) (2,791)
Net decrease in receivables, inventory and prepayments 5,364 3,990
Net decrease in payables, accrued interest, accrued taxes
and other accrued liabilities (9,410) (6,333)
Payment of Competitive Transition Charge -- (11,465)
Other 120 703
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Net cash flows from operating activities 19,488 8,973
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Cash flows from investing activities:
Property, plant and equipment additions, including allowance
for funds used during construction of $386 and $248 (24,955) (19,809)
Acquisitions of water systems (2,739) (424)
Proceeds from the sale of other assets 1,659 2,829
Net decrease (increase) in funds restricted for
construction activity 7,232 (967)
Other (126) 545
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Net cash flows used in investing activities (18,929) (17,826)
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Cash flows from financing activities:
Customers' advances and contributions in aid of construction 3,840 601
Repayments of customers' advances (1,509) (1,653)
Net proceeds (repayments) of short-term debt 10,112 11,153
Proceeds from long-term debt 1,014 3,389
Repayments of long-term debt (2,741) (601)
Redemption of preferred stock (300) --
Proceeds from issuing common stock 3,142 3,787
Repurchase of common stock (428) (962)
Dividends paid on preferred stock (15) (27)
Dividends paid on common stock (9,064) (8,382)
Other (1,034) --
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Net cash flows from financing activities 3,017 7,305
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Net increase (decrease) in cash and cash equivalents 3,576 (1,548)
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period 1,010 4,087
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Cash and cash equivalents at end of period $ 4,586 $ 2,539
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</TABLE>

See notes to consolidated financial statements on page 5 of this report.


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PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CAPITALIZATION
(In thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)


<TABLE>
<CAPTION>
March 31, December 31,
2002 2001
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(Unaudited)
<S> <C> <C>
Stockholders' equity:
6.05% Series B cumulative preferred stock $ 816 $ 1,116
Common stock, $.50 par value 34,747 34,650
Capital in excess of par value 306,928 304,039
Retained earnings 152,493 149,682
Minority interest 787 787
Treasury stock (17,440) (17,167)
Accumulated other comprehensive income 627 726
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Total stockholders' equity 478,958 473,833
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Long-term debt:
First Mortgage Bonds secured by utility plant:
Interest Rate Range
0.00% to 2.49% 13,564 8,325
2.50% to 4.99% 9,870 9,023
5.00% to 5.49% 50,545 50,545
5.50% to 5.99% 30,660 30,660
6.00% to 6.49% 160,674 160,525
6.50% to 6.99% 55,200 55,200
7.00% to 7.49% 58,000 60,000
7.50% to 7.99% 23,000 23,000
8.00% to 8.49% 17,608 17,595
8.50% to 8.99% 9,000 9,000
9.00% to 9.49% 53,535 53,535
9.50% to 9.99% 45,601 46,031
10.00% to 10.50% 6,000 6,000
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Total First Mortgage Bonds 533,257 529,439
Notes payable, 6.05%, due 2006 344 644
Installment note payable, 9%, due in equal annual payments through 2013 1,372 1,372
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534,973 531,455
Current portion of long-term debt 14,829 14,935
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Long-term debt, excluding current portion 520,144 516,520
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Total capitalization $ 999,102 $ 990,353
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</TABLE>

See notes to consolidated financial statements on page 5 of this report.


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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)
(UNAUDITED)

Note 1 Basis of Presentation

The accompanying consolidated balance sheet and statement of
capitalization of Philadelphia Suburban Corporation ("PSC") at
March 31, 2002, the consolidated statements of income and
comprehensive income and cash flow for the three months ended
March 31, 2002 and 2001, are unaudited, but reflect all
adjustments, consisting of only normal recurring accruals,
which are, in the opinion of management, necessary to present
fairly the consolidated financial position, the consolidated
results of operations, and the consolidated cash flow for the
periods presented. Because they cover interim periods, the
statements and related notes to the financial statements do
not include all disclosures and notes normally provided in
annual financial statements and, therefore, should be read in
conjunction with the PSC Annual Report on Form 10-K for the
year ended December 31, 2001. The results of operations for
interim periods may not be indicative of the results that may
be expected for the entire year. Certain prior year amounts
have been reclassified to conform with current year's
presentation.

Note 2 Acquisitions

On April 29, 2002, PSC entered into a definitive merger
agreement with Pennichuck Corporation ("Pennichuck") for
approximately 3.3 million shares of PSC common stock (valued
at approximately $79 million as of April 29, 2002) and the
assumption of approximately $27 million of Pennichuck's debt.
The merger will be accounted for under the purchase method of
accounting. The merger, which is subject to several
conditions, including the satisfaction of the applicable
requirements under the Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust
Improvements Act and approval by the shareholders of
Pennichuck and the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission,
is expected to close before the end of the year. Under the
terms of the merger agreement, Pennichuck's shareholders will
receive shares of PSC common stock valued at $33.00 per
Pennichuck share of common stock based on a PSC share price of
$23.00 to $25.00 per share, subject to certain adjustments as
provided in the merger agreement. After the merger, Pennichuck
will be a wholly-owned subsidiary of PSC. Pennichuck is a
holding company based in Nashua, New Hampshire whose operating
utility subsidiaries serve approximately 28,200 water
customers in service territories located in southern and
central New Hampshire, and whose non-regulated operating
subsidiaries develop real estate and provide water-related
operating and management contract services. Pennichuck's
revenues for the year ended December 31, 2001 were $22,754.

During the first quarter of 2002, four acquisitions or other
growth ventures were completed in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
The total purchase price for the systems acquired consisted of
$2,739 in cash.


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PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In thousands of dollars, except per share amounts) (continued)
(UNAUDITED)


Note 3 Long-term Debt and Loans Payable

During the first quarter of 2002, operating subsidiaries
issued $1,053 of long-term debt at varying rates of interest
ranging from 0% to 4.0% and due at various times through 2031.
The proceeds of these issues were used to reduce a portion of
the balance of short-term debt. In connection with an
acquisition completed in the first quarter of 2002, $6,237 of
long-term debt was acquired at an interest rate of 1% due in
various years. As of March 31, 2002, the Trustees for various
financing issues held $12,536 pending completion of the
projects financed with the issues and are reported in the
consolidated balance sheet as funds restricted for
construction activity.

Note 4 Net Income per Common Share

Basic net income per common share is based on the weighted
average number of common shares outstanding. Diluted net
income per common share is based on the weighted average
number of common shares outstanding and potentially dilutive
shares. The dilutive effect of employee stock options is
included in the computation of Diluted net income per common
share. The following table summarizes the shares, in
thousands, used in computing Basic and Diluted net income per
common share:


Three Months Ended
March 31,
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2002 2001
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Average common shares outstanding during
the period for Basic computation 68,451 67,440
Dilutive effect of employee stock options 849 807
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Average common shares outstanding during
the period for Diluted computation 69,300 68,247
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Note 5 Stockholders' Equity

PSC reports other comprehensive income in accordance with
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards No. 130,
"Reporting Comprehensive Income." The following table
summarizes the activity of accumulated other comprehensive
income:

2002 2001
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Balance at January 1, $ 726 $ 926
Unrealized holding gain (loss) arising during the period,
net of tax of $68 in 2002 and $300 in 2001 128 (557)
Less: reclassification adjustment for gains included
in net income, net of tax of $122 (227) --
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Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax (99) (557)
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Balance at March 31, $ 627 $ 369
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NOTES TO CONSOLIDATED FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
(In thousands of dollars, except per share amounts) (continued)
(UNAUDITED)


Note 6 Recent Accounting Pronouncements

In July 2001, the Financial Accounting Standards Board
("FASB") approved Statement of Financial Accounting Standards
("SFAS") No. 143, "Accounting for Asset Retirement
Obligations." SFAS No. 143 requires that the fair value of a
liability for an asset retirement obligation be recognized in
the period in which it is incurred. When the liability is
initially recognized, the carrying amount of the related
long-lived asset is increased by the same amount. Over time,
the liability is accreted to its present value each period,
and the capitalized cost is depreciated over the useful life
of the related asset. Upon settlement of the liability, the
Company may settle the obligation for its recorded amount, or
an alternative amount, thereby incurring a gain or loss upon
settlement. The Company intends to adopt this statement as
required in 2003. The Company is currently evaluating the
provisions of this statement but does not expect the effect of
adoption on its results of operations or financial position to
be material.

In August 2001, the FASB approved SFAS No. 144, "Accounting
for the Impairment or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets." SFAS No.
144 replaces SFAS No. 121, "Accounting for the Impairment of
Long-Lived Assets and for Long-Lived Assets to be Disposed
Of." The adoption of SFAS No. 144 on January 1, 2002 did not
have a material impact on the Company's results of operations
or financial position.


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PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)


Forward-looking Statements

This Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of
Operations and other sections of this Quarterly Report contains, in addition to
historical information, forward-looking statements within the meaning of the
Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking
statements address, among other things: our use of cash; projected capital
expenditures; liquidity; possible acquisitions and other growth ventures; the
expected completion date for the Pennichuck merger; the completion of various
construction projects; the impact of drought conditions; the projected effect of
SFAS No. 143; as well as information contained elsewhere in this report where
statements are preceded by, followed by or include the words "believes,"
"expects," "anticipates," "plans" or similar expressions. These statements are
based on a number of assumptions concerning future events, and are subject to a
number of uncertainties and other factors, many of which are outside our
control. Actual results may differ materially from such statements for a number
of reasons, including the effects of regulation, abnormal weather, changes in
capital requirements and funding, acquisitions and approval of the Pennichuck
merger by the Pennichuck shareholders and governmental authorities. We undertake
no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements, whether as a
result of new information, future events or otherwise.

General Information

Philadelphia Suburban Corporation ("we" or "us"), a Pennsylvania corporation, is
the holding company for regulated utilities providing water or wastewater
services to approximately 2 million people in Pennsylvania, Ohio, Illinois, New
Jersey, Maine and North Carolina. Our two primary subsidiaries are Pennsylvania
Suburban Water Company ("PSW"), a regulated public utility that provides water
or wastewater services to about 1.3 million residents in the suburban areas
north and west of the City of Philadelphia and in ten other counties in
Pennsylvania, and Consumers Water Company ("CWC"), a holding company for several
regulated public utility companies that provide water or wastewater services to
about 700,000 residents in various communities in the other states where we
operate. We are among the largest investor-owned water utilities in the United
States based on number of customers. In addition, we provide water service to
approximately 35,000 people through operating and maintenance contracts with
municipal authorities and other parties close to our operating companies'
service territories. Some of our subsidiaries provide wastewater services
(primarily residential) to approximately 40,000 people in Pennsylvania,
Illinois, New Jersey and North Carolina.

Financial Condition

During the quarter, we had $24,955 of capital expenditures, repaid $1,509 of
customer advances for construction and repaid debt and made sinking fund
contributions of $2,741. The capital expenditures were related to improvements
to treatment plants, new water mains and customer service lines, the
rehabilitation of existing water mains, hydrants and customer service lines, in
addition to well and booster improvements.

During the quarter, the proceeds from the issuance of long-term debt, proceeds
from the issuance of common stock, internally generated funds, available working
capital and funds available under the revolving credit agreements and other
credit facilities were used to fund the cash requirements discussed above and to
pay dividends. During the quarter, operating subsidiaries issued $1,053 of
long-term debt at varying rates of interest ranging from 0% to 4.0% and due at
various times through 2031. The proceeds of these issues were used to reduce a
portion of the balance of short-term debt.

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PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CORPORATION AND SUBSIDIARIES

MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)
(In thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)

At March 31, 2001, we had short-term lines of credit of $175,514, of which
$55,734 was available.

Management believes that internally generated funds along with existing credit
facilities and the proceeds from the issuance of long-term debt and common stock
are adequate to meet our financing requirements for the balance of the year and
beyond.

Results of Operations

Analysis of First Quarter of 2002 Compared to First Quarter of 2001

Revenues for the quarter increased $1,476 or 2.1% primarily due to revenues from
the Distribution System Improvement Charge ("DSIC") in Pennsylvania, additional
water revenues associated with the larger customer base due to acquisitions, and
increased water rates, offset partially by a decrease in water consumption
primarily in Pennsylvania. The DSIC provided $1,333 of additional revenues over
the prior year. Most of the Pennsylvania service territories were affected by a
drought emergency that was declared in February 2002. As a result of the drought
actions, water consumption in these areas were reduced below normal levels. In
addition, industrial water sales declined due to lower water usage.

Operations and maintenance expenses increased by $1,099 or 4.2% due to the
additional operating costs associated with acquisitions, higher insurance
expenses, increased bad debt expense, and increased wages as a result of normal
wage rate increases, offset partially by lower water production expenses as a
result of the reduced water consumption.

Depreciation expense increased $940 or 10.5% reflecting the utility plant placed
in service since the first quarter of 2001, including the assets acquired
through system acquisitions.

Amortization increased $18 or 3.4% primarily due to the amortization of the
costs associated with, and the other costs being recovered in, various rate
filings.

Taxes other than income taxes decreased by $274 or 4.9% due to a reduction in
state taxes and a decrease in the Pennsylvania Capital Stock Tax. The decrease
in state taxes is a result of a reduction in the assessment and the Capital
Stock Tax decreased due to a reduction in the base on which the tax is applied.

Interest expense decreased by $482 or 4.7% primarily due to decreased interest
rates on borrowings, offset by increased borrowings to finance on-going capital
projects.

Allowance for funds used during construction ("AFUDC") increased by $138
primarily due to an increase in the average balance of utility plant
construction work in progress ("CWIP"), to which AFUDC is applied, offset by a
decrease in the AFUDC rate. The increase in CWIP is primarily due to the $24
million expansion and upgrade of a water treatment plant in Pennsylvania.
Construction commenced on this facility in 2001 and is expected to be completed
in mid-2002.

Gains on sale of other assets totaled $349 in the first quarter of 2002 and
$2,791 in the first quarter of 2001. Gains on sales of marketable securities of
$349 were realized in the first quarter of 2002, compared to a gain on sale of
land of $2,791 recorded in the first quarter of 2001. There were no land parcels
sold in the first quarter of 2002 and no marketable securities sold in the first
quarter of 2001.

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MANAGEMENT'S DISCUSSION AND ANALYSIS OF
FINANCIAL CONDITION AND RESULTS OF OPERATIONS (continued)
(In thousands of dollars, except per share amounts)

Our effective income tax rate was 39.3% in the first quarter of 2002 and 39.6%
in the first quarter of 2001. The change is due to a difference between tax
deductible expenses and book expenses.

Net income available to common stock for the quarter decreased by $1,210 or 9.2%
in comparison to 2001 primarily as a result of the $2,791 gain on the sale of
land recognized in 2001 without a comparable gain being realized in the first
quarter of 2002, and the other factors described above. On a diluted per share
basis, earnings decreased $.02 or 10.5% reflecting the change in net income and
a 1.5% increase in the average number of common shares outstanding. The increase
in the number of shares outstanding is primarily a result of the additional
shares sold or issued through the dividend reinvestment plan, and employee stock
and incentive plan and shares issued in connection with acquisitions.

Recent Events

On occasion, drought warnings and water use restrictions are issued by
governmental authorities for portions of our service territories in response to
extended periods of dry weather conditions. The timing and duration of the
warnings and restrictions can have an impact on our water revenues and net
income. In general, water consumption in the summer months is affected by
drought warnings and restrictions to a higher degree because nonessential and
recreational use of water is highest. At times other than the summer months,
warnings and restrictions generally have less of an effect on water consumption.
In February 2002, a drought emergency was declared in several of the counties we
serve in Pennsylvania, including our service territory in southeastern
Pennsylvania. A drought warning and drought watch had previously been issued in
November 2001 for portions of our service territory in Pennsylvania. There are
also water use restrictions as a result of drought conditions nearby or within
portions of our service territories in New Jersey. As a result of the drought
declarations, water consumption and water revenues in these areas were reduced
below normal levels. If the drought emergency continues, which appears likely
for the balance of the spring, water revenues will continue to be effected
during the duration of the drought.

Impact of Recent Accounting Pronouncements

In July 2001, the Financial Accounting Standards Board ("FASB") approved
Statement of Financial Accounting Standards ("SFAS") No. 143, "Accounting for
Asset Retirement Obligations." SFAS No. 143 requires that the fair value of a
liability for an asset retirement obligation be recognized in the period in
which it is incurred. When the liability is initially recognized, the carrying
amount of the related long-lived asset is increased by the same amount. Over
time, the liability is accreted to its present value each period, and the
capitalized cost is depreciated over the useful life of the related asset. Upon
settlement of the liability, the Company may settle the obligation for its
recorded amount, or an alternative amount, thereby incurring a gain or loss upon
settlement. The Company intends to adopt this statement as required in 2003. The
Company is currently evaluating the provisions of this statement but does not
expect the effect of adoption on its results of operations or financial position
to be material.

In August 2001, the FASB approved SFAS No. 144, "Accounting for the Impairment
or Disposal of Long-Lived Assets." SFAS No. 144 replaces SFAS No. 121,
"Accounting for the Impairment of Long-Lived Assets and for Long-Lived Assets to
be Disposed Of." The adoption of SFAS No. 144 on January 1, 2002 did not have a
material impact on the Company's results of operations or financial position.

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Part II. Other Information


Item 1. Legal Proceedings

There are no pending legal proceedings to which we or any of
our subsidiaries is a party or to which any of our properties
is the subject that are expected to have a material effect on
our financial position, results of operations and cash flows.
Reference is made to Item 3 of the Company's Annual Report on
Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2001, which is
included by a reference herein.


Item 6. Exhibits and Reports on Form 8-K

(a) Exhibits

Exhibit No. Description
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10.41 2002 Annual Cash Incentive Compensation Plan



(b) Reports on Form 8-K

Current Report on Form 8-K filed on May 14, 2002, responding
to Item 5, Other Events. (Related to the Company's press
release of May 12, 2002 announcing a change in the investment
strategy of Registrant's long-term shareholder, Vivendi
Environnement).


Item 7A. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk

We are subject to market risks in the normal course of
business, including changes in interest rates and equity
prices. There have been no significant changes in our exposure
to market risks since December 31, 2001.


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SIGNATURE


Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934,
the registrant has duly caused this report to be executed on its behalf by the
undersigned thereunto duly authorized.


May 14, 2002

PHILADELPHIA SUBURBAN CORPORATION
---------------------------------
Registrant


/s/ Nicholas DeBenedictis
---------------------------------
Nicholas DeBenedictis
Chairman and President






/s/ David P. Smeltzer
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David P. Smeltzer
Senior Vice President - Finance
and Chief Financial Officer


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EXHIBIT INDEX


Exhibit No. Description Page No.
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10.41 2002 Annual Cash Incentive Compensation Plan 14



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