Editing West Kensington

{{Infobox Neighborhood
| name = West Kensington
| type = Neighborhood
| location = North Philadelphia / Kensington
| zip_codes = 19122, 19133
| boundaries = Roughly Lehigh Avenue to Girard Avenue, Broad Street to Front Street
| adjacent_neighborhoods = [[Kensington]], [[Fairhill]], [[Temple University Area]], [[Norris Square]]
| major_streets = Lehigh Avenue, 5th Street, Front Street
| transit = SEPTA bus routes, near Market-Frankford Line
| notable_landmarks = Taller Puertorriqueño, Latino community institutions
}}

'''West Kensington''' is a neighborhood in [[North Philadelphia]] / Kensington area with a significant Puerto Rican and Latino community. The neighborhood faces challenges including poverty and the ongoing opioid crisis affecting the broader Kensington area, but also has strong community organizations and cultural institutions.

== History ==

West Kensington was historically part of the broader Kensington industrial district. As heavy industry declined, the neighborhood struggled economically. Beginning in the mid-20th century, Puerto Rican migration transformed the area's demographics and culture.

== Latino Community ==

West Kensington is a center of Philadelphia's Latino community:

=== Taller Puertorriqueño ===
* Cultural arts organization
* Gallery and performance space
* Educational programs
* Community anchor

=== Community Character ===
* Puerto Rican heritage prominent
* Latino businesses and restaurants
* Spanish-language services
* Cultural celebrations

== Character ==

=== Housing ===
* Rowhouses
* Mix of conditions
* Affordable prices
* Some vacancies

=== Challenges ===
* Poverty
* Opioid crisis impact
* Crime concerns
* Disinvestment

=== Assets ===
* Strong community organizations
* Cultural institutions
* Near transit
* Affordable housing

== Living in West Kensington ==

* Very affordable housing
* Latino community and culture
* Community challenges present
* Active neighborhood organizations

== Getting There ==

* '''Market-Frankford Line:''' Near Berks Station
* '''SEPTA buses:''' 3, 47, 54
* Near Temple University

== See Also ==

* [[Kensington]]
* [[Fairhill]]
* [[North Philadelphia]]
* [[Norris Square]]

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|description=Guide to West Kensington, Philadelphia neighborhood with significant Puerto Rican community and cultural institutions like Taller Puertorriqueño.
|keywords=West Kensington Philadelphia, Puerto Rican Philadelphia, Taller Puertorriqueño, Latino community
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[[Category:North Philadelphia]]