8th Police District

8th Police District is a division of the Philadelphia Police Department serving portions of Northeast Philadelphia, including Fox Chase, Rhawnhurst, Burholme, and surrounding neighborhoods. The district headquarters is located at Academy and Red Lion Roads.

Coverage Area

The 8th Police District covers:

• Fox Chase
• Rhawnhurst
• Burholme
• Lawndale
• Portions of Castor Gardens

History

The 8th Police District serves residential neighborhoods in the far Northeast section of Philadelphia. The area is characterized by single-family homes and a suburban feel, with corresponding policing needs focused on property crimes and traffic safety.

Community Programs

The district participates in:

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

See Also

• Philadelphia Police Department
• Fox Chase
• Rhawnhurst
• Northeast Philadelphia