Runnemede, NJ

Runnemede, New Jersey

Introduction to Runnemede, New Jersey

Runnemede, New Jersey, in Camden county, is 2 miles SE of Gloucester, New Jersey (center to center) and 8 miles SE of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. As of the 2000 census, 8,533 people lived in Runnemede.

Runnemede History

The first settler, John Ashbrook, arrived sometime in the late 17th or early 18th century. In 1877, a railway extension was proposed in the area which was then known as "Mapleville". By 1883, the community was renamed "Runnemede". Though speculation exists on why the town was christened "Runnemede", some believe it was named after Runnymeade, England. Prior to World War II, it was primarily a rural community. Gradually, it developed into a suburban blue-collar town in the 20th century. Runnemede was officially incorporated on April 24, 1926.

Runnemede and Nearby Attractions

• Indian King Tavern Museum
• Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site
• Independence National Park
• Elmwood Park Zoo
• Fort Washington State Park
• New Jersey State Aquarium

Things To Do In Runnemede

Barclay Farmstead Museum, an early 19th century farmstead with a farmhouse, nature trails, and gardens, and the 18th century Indian King Tavern Museum are located near Runnemede. Several historic sites are within 10 miles including the Walt Whitman House, Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, and Fort Mifflin. Independence National Historical Park, another popular destination, encompasses Independence Hall, Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, and Liberty Bell. Fort Washington State Park offers facilities for hiking, fishing, picnicking, and camping. Adventure Aquarium, Elmwood Park Zoo, and Camden Children's Garden are other attractions in the region.

Runnemede Transportation

The closest major airport is Philadelphia International Airport.

Runnemede Higher Education

Colleges near Runnemede are Camden County College, Rutgers University, Temple University, and Community College of Philadelphia.

High Points

Runnemede strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New Jersey):

Category	Trophy
Affordability of Rents (vs. State)	Top 7%
Public Transportation Use (vs. Peers)	Top 13%

Comparative Profile of Runnemede, NJ

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Senior Citizens
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women
Well-Paid Single Men
Racial Diversity
Male Share of the Population
Female Share of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
College Educated Adults

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Public Transportation Use
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Housing Recently Built
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime

Runnemede Almanac

Runnemede Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Runnemede Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Nearby Cities and Towns

Runnemede Public Libraries

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Runnemede High Schools (2004)

TRITON HIGH
SCHUBERT AVE
609-939-4500
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 1,525 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 15.3

Runnemede Colleges

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