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Radnor, Pennsylvania

Introduction to Radnor Township, Pennsylvania

Radnor Township, Pennsylvania, in Delaware county, is 12 miles NW of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It's located along the Main Line, a group of upscale Philadelphia suburbs. The township is home to the headquarters of TV Guide magazine. Kimberly-Clark, Centocor and Con Agra Foods have facilities in the community.

Radnor Township History

The township was established in 1682 and was included in the Welsh Tract. It was named after Radnorshire, Whales. During the late twentieth century stone monuments were placed throughout the community in tribute to the township's Welsh heritage. Lancaster Pike was the first toll road constructed in the country. It connected Lancaster and Philadelphia and traversed through Radnor Township. In 1832 the Columbia Railroad arrived.

Radnor Township and nearby Attractions

  • King of Prussia Mall
  • Morris Arboretum
  • Fairmount Park
  • Deshler-Morris House
  • Romanian Folk Art Museum
  • Ritenhouse Square

Radnor Township Activities

Radnor Nature Park has a number of walking trails open to visitors. The county's Ridley Creek State Park provides opportunities for fishing, paddling, hiking, picnicking and bicycle riding. The park includes the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation which offers a view into the daily life on a pre-revolutionary farm. Benjamin Rush, Delaware Canal, Evansburg, French Creek and Marsh Creek state parks are located in the region. The Brandywine Valley and the Valley Forge National Historic Park are often visited by tourists. The Wissahickon Gorge North Loop has provisions for a number of recreational activities.

Radnor Township Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Philadelphia International Airport.

Radnor Township Higher Education

Villanova University, Eastern University, Valley Forge Military Academy and College and Cabrini College, all located nearby, provide higher education to the citizens of Radnor Township.

High Points

Radnor strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Pennsylvania):

CategoryTrophy
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 2%trophyRadnor College Educated Adults
Low Property Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Radnor Low Property Crime
Low Violent Crime
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Radnor Low Violent Crime
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 11%Radnor Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Radnor, PA

Comparing Radnor to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Pennsylvania (State):

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population108
Senior Citizens62
Racial Diversity39
Age of the Population31
Children Under 5 Years Old13
Male Share of the Population13

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married67
Average Household Size47

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults1010

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Seasonal and Vacation Housing88

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime107
Low Violent Crime98

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