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Yeadon, PA


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Yeadon, Pennsylvania

Introduction to Yeadon, Pennsylvania

Yeadon, Pennsylvania, in Delaware county, is 4 miles W of Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. About 11,762 people live in Yeadon.

Yeadon History

This region was originally occupied by the Lenni Lenape tribe of Native Americans. Gradually, colonial establishments took hold as Dutch, Swedes, and English settlers built their homes, and the community came under the Colonial American government's control. Until the mid-1800s, Yeadon was an agricultural community. It was officially incorporated on March 9, 1893. The borough was named after the local landowner William Bullock's estate, "Yeadon Manor" which was itself named after his hometown of Yeadon in England.

Yeadon and Nearby Attractions

  • American Swedish Historical Museum
  • Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site
  • Independence National Historical Park
  • Camden Children's Garden
  • Philadelphia Zoo
  • Ridley Creek State Park

Things To Do In Yeadon

Numerous historic sites are within 10 miles of Yeadon including the Caleb Pusey House and Landingford Plantation, Gloria Dei Church National Historic Site, Edgar Allan Poe National Historic Site, Walt Whitman House, and Fort Mifflin. The Philadelphia Museum of Art displays collections of Asian, American, and European art, as well as a number of Pennsylvania German artworks. The American Swedish Historical Museum houses artifacts reflecting the Swedish-American traditions and cultural heritage. Another popular place to visit is the Independence National Historical Park, which encompasses the Benjamin Franklin National Memorial, Liberty Bell, and Independence Hall. The Evansburg State Park features a golf course and picnic areas, and also offers opportunities for hiking, biking, fishing, horseback riding, and picnicking.

Yeadon Transportation

Air transportation is available from the Philadelphia International Airport.

Yeadon Higher Education

Colleges close to Yeadon include the Community College of Philadelphia, Drexel University, Saint Joseph's University, and Peirce College.

High Points

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

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 1%trophyYeadon Public Transportation Use
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyYeadon Well-Paid Single Women
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 12%Yeadon Racial Diversity
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 12%Yeadon People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 14%Yeadon Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. State)
Top 14%Yeadon Well-Paid Single Men
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. State)
Top 14%Yeadon Low Rate of Poverty

Comparative Profile of Yeadon, PA

Comparing Yeadon 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 Population1010
Well-Paid Single Women910
Well-Paid Single Men79
Age of the Population74
Senior Citizens64
Racial Diversity69
Children Under 5 Years Old58
Male Share of the Population11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size47
Portion of People Married12

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty89
People in Middle Class or Better89
Median Family Income79
College Educated Adults68

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use1010
Walking and Biking to Work89
Short Commute Times11
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals1010
People Living Alone86
Affordability of Rents52
Affordability of Property Taxes31
Housing Recently Built28
Seasonal and Vacation Housing12

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Property Crime63
Low Violent Crime32
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