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| q1 = What is North Philadelphia? | |||
| a1 = North Philadelphia is a region north of Center City encompassing diverse neighborhoods from Temple University's campus to historic Fairmount to economically challenged areas. It combines areas of active development with communities facing poverty and disinvestment. | |||
| q2 = Is North Philadelphia safe? | |||
| a2 = Safety varies significantly by neighborhood. Fairmount, Brewerytown, and the Temple campus area are generally safe with appropriate precautions. Some neighborhoods further north face serious crime challenges. Check specific neighborhood conditions before visiting or moving. | |||
| q3 = What is North Broad Street? | |||
| a3 = North Broad Street is the region's primary corridor, home to Temple University's campus, the redeveloped Divine Lorraine Hotel, historic theaters, and mixed commercial development. It's accessible via the Broad Street Line subway. | |||
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Latest revision as of 19:49, 23 December 2025
North Philadelphia
| Type | Region |
|---|---|
| Location | Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19121, 19122, 19123, 19130, 19132, 19133, 19140 |
| Boundaries | Roughly Spring Garden Street to Cheltenham Township, Broad Street to the Schuylkill |
| Major streets | North Broad Street, Germantown Avenue, Ridge Avenue |
| Transit | Broad Street Line, SEPTA Regional Rail, bus routes |
| Landmarks | Temple University, Eastern State Penitentiary, Philadelphia Museum of Art, North Broad Street |
North Philadelphia is a region of Philadelphia located north of Center City. The area encompasses a diverse mix of neighborhoods, from the institutional presence of Temple University to historic Fairmount and economically challenged areas in the north. North Philadelphia has experienced cycles of growth and decline, and today combines areas of active development with communities facing poverty, disinvestment, and violence.[1]
Geography
[edit | edit source]North Philadelphia extends from approximately Spring Garden Street north to the city's edge near Cheltenham Township. The region includes neighborhoods with vastly different characters.
Institutional Areas
[edit | edit source]- Temple University area - University campus and surrounding blocks
- Fairmount - Near the Art Museum
- Brewerytown - Rapidly developing
Residential Neighborhoods
[edit | edit source]- Strawberry Mansion - Historic but challenged
- Francisville - Small transitional neighborhood
- Yorktown - North Central area
- Hunting Park - Named for the park
- Logan - Residential area
Challenged Areas
[edit | edit source]Some North Philadelphia neighborhoods face severe challenges:
- Poverty and unemployment
- Crime and violence
- Vacant properties
- Disinvestment
North Broad Street
[edit | edit source]North Broad Street is the region's primary corridor:
- Temple University campus
- Divine Lorraine Hotel (redeveloped)
- Historic theaters
- Commercial development
- Mixed investment patterns
Temple University
[edit | edit source]Temple University is North Philadelphia's major institution:
- ~40,000 students
- Major employer
- Campus expansion
- Community relations efforts
History
[edit | edit source]Industrial Era
[edit | edit source]North Philadelphia was a major manufacturing center:
- Textile mills
- Breweries
- Various factories
- Working-class employment
Decline
[edit | edit source]Deindustrialization and population loss:
- Factory closures
- Middle-class exodus
- Poverty concentration
- Infrastructure deterioration
Recent Developments
[edit | edit source]Mixed patterns of change:
- Temple University expansion
- Brewery town gentrification
- North Broad Street investment
- Persistent challenges in many areas
Neighborhoods
[edit | edit source]Developing
[edit | edit source]- Fairmount - Victorian, near Art Museum
- Brewerytown - Active development
- Francisville - Small, transitional
Institutional
[edit | edit source]- Temple University Area*** - Campus and surroundings
- Spring Garden - Edge of Center City
Challenged
[edit | edit source]- Strawberry Mansion - Historic but struggling
- Hunting Park - Working-class
- Nicetown-Tioga*** - Industrial legacy
- Fairhill - Puerto Rican community
Getting There
[edit | edit source]Broad Street Line
[edit | edit source]The Broad Street Line runs through North Philadelphia:
- Multiple stations along North Broad Street
- Connection to Center City
Regional Rail
[edit | edit source]Temple University Station serves the campus area.
Bus Routes
[edit | edit source]Multiple bus routes serve the region.
See Also
[edit | edit source]References
[edit | edit source]- ↑ "North Philadelphia". Encyclopedia of Greater Philadelphia. Retrieved December 22, 2025