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Delran, NJ


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Delran, New Jersey

Introduction to Delran, New Jersey

Delran, New Jersey, in Burlington county, is 5 miles SW of Bensalem, Pennsylvania and 12 miles E of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The town is in the Philadelphia area. There are 15,536 residents in Delran.

Delran History

Delran was established on land taken from Cinnaminson Township. It was officially incorporated as a New Jersey township in February, 1880. Its name comes from the names of two rivers, Rancocas Creek and the Delaware River.

Delran and nearby Attractions

  • Pen Ryn Mansion
  • Andalusia
  • Blessed Katharine Drexel Shrine
  • Coopertown Meeting House
  • PAWS Farm Nature Center
  • Rancocas State Park
  • Neshaminy State Park

Things To Do In Delran

Delran has its share of parks and museums where one can spend many hours recreating and educating oneself. Those who like playing golf can try their hand at the game at the Rancocas Golf Club. The river banks are also popular spots for picnics and recreational activities.

Delran Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Philadelphia International Airport.

Delran Higher Education

The area is within easy reach of many educational institutions like Gratz College, Manor College, Penn State Abington and Rutgers University – Camden.

Comparative Profile of Delran, NJ

Comparing Delran to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New Jersey (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men85
Male Share of the Population88
Well-Paid Single Women85
Racial Diversity76
Age of the Population64
Children Under 5 Years Old45
Senior Citizens33
Female Share of the Population34

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married86
Average Household Size76

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better96
People Above Poverty86
Median Family Income86
College Educated Adults76

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use84
Walking and Biking to Work45
Working at Home43
Short Commute Times37

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Housing Recently Built78
Affordability of Rents38
People Living Alone34
Affordability of Property Taxes26
Seasonal and Vacation Housing11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime86
Low Violent Crime75
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