77th Police District

77th Police District is a division of the Philadelphia Police Department serving the Far Northeast Philadelphia area, including Somerton, Bustleton, and Byberry. The district headquarters is located at Bustleton and Bowler Streets.

Coverage Area

The 77th Police District covers:

• Somerton
• Bustleton
• Byberry
• Pennypack
• Morrell Park

History

The 77th Police District serves the most suburban-feeling area of Philadelphia, with single-family homes, shopping centers, and relatively low population density compared to other parts of the city. The district's policing needs reflect this suburban character, with focus on property crimes, traffic safety, and quality of life issues.

Community Programs

The district participates in:

• Town watch programs
• Community meetings
• Traffic safety initiatives
• Senior citizen outreach
• Commercial area patrols

See Also

• Philadelphia Police Department
• Far Northeast Philadelphia
• Somerton
• Bustleton