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Stratford, New Jersey

Introduction to Stratford, New Jersey

Stratford, New Jersey, in Camden county, is 5 miles SE of Gloucester, New Jersey and 11 miles SE of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The town has a population of 7,271.

Stratford History

Stratford was originally known as White Horse. The community was established on June 1, 1695, initially consisting of only nine homes. It grew to comprise a blacksmith shop, a general store, and a wheelwright shop. During the Revolutionary War, patriots in the area built small, fast sea vessels known as Privateers. White Horse Pike was laid in the area in 1807, and increasing stagecoach service brought business into the region. The Camden and Atlantic Railroad entered the community in the mid 1800s, leading to an increase in the town’s population. The community was named after Stratford, England. It was officially incorporated on February 13, 1925.

Stratford and nearby Attractions

  • Indian King Tavern Museum
  • Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site
  • Rancocas State Park
  • New Jersey State Aquarium
  • Philadelphia Zoo
  • Independence National Historical Park

Things To Do In Stratford

The Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, which was built in the late 17th century, houses the oldest church in Pennsylvania and is accessible from Stratford. The Barclay Farmstead Museum features a 19th century farmstead complete with a farmhouse, gardens and trails. Independence National Historical Park, which is home to Independence Hall, the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial and the Liberty Bell, is a popular attraction in the area. The Philadelphia Zoo, the New Jersey State Aquarium and the Camden Children's Garden are all accessible from Stratford as well.

Stratford Transportation

Air transportation is available from Philadelphia International Airport.

Stratford Higher Education

Rutgers University-Camden, Camden County College, and Rowan University are some of the colleges and universities near Stratford.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Stratford Public Transportation Use
Affordability of Rents
(vs. State)
Top 7%Stratford Affordability of Rents

Comparative Profile of Stratford, NJ

Comparing Stratford 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
Well-Paid Single Women84
Male Share of the Population77
Racial Diversity76
Senior Citizens78
Age of the Population75
Children Under 5 Years Old45
Female Share of the Population44

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size75
Portion of People Married64

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty86
People in Middle Class or Better85
Median Family Income73
College Educated Adults54

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use109
Walking and Biking to Work78
Short Commute Times37
Working at Home22

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
Affordability of Rents510
People Living Alone57
Housing Recently Built46
Seasonal and Vacation Housing34
Affordability of Property Taxes27

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime84
Low Violent Crime53
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