The ratio of number of residents in Souderton to the number of sex offenders is 1,661 to 1. The number of registered sex offenders compared to the number of residents in this city is smaller than the state average. Median real estate property taxes paid for housing units with mortgages in 2013: $3,817 (1.7%).
1 Guardrail system must withstand force of at least 200 lbs. applied at any point within 2 of top edge, in any outward or downward direction without failure.  When 200 lbs. is applied in a downward direction, top edge shall not deflect to a height less than 39 from walking or working level.
Bottom Line. Install stair handrails at the height suggested by national and state building codes, which is 30 to 34 inches. If no codes regulate stair handrail height in your area, you have the freedom to install the rails at a different height, but as suggested, 36 to 40 inches is the best for preventing falls.