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| q1 = Where is Temple University? | |||
| a1 = Temple University's main campus is in North Philadelphia along North Broad Street, roughly between Susquehanna Avenue and Lehigh Avenue. Multiple Broad Street Line stations serve the campus (Temple University, Cecil B. Moore, Susquehanna-Dauphin). | |||
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| a2 = Temple has approximately 40,000 students and is one of Philadelphia's largest employers. The public research university offers law, medical, and business schools among its programs. | |||
| q3 = Is the Temple area safe? | |||
| a3 = Temple Police patrol the campus and surrounding area. Safety varies block by block - the core campus is well-patrolled while some surrounding blocks have more concerns. Temple offers security escorts and emergency services for students. | |||
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Latest revision as of 19:49, 23 December 2025
Temple University Area
| Type | Neighborhood |
|---|---|
| Location | North Philadelphia |
| ZIP code(s) | 19122 |
| Boundaries | Roughly Susquehanna to Lehigh, Broad Street to 9th Street |
| Adjacent | Francisville, Yorktown, Hartranft |
| Major streets | North Broad Street, Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Montgomery Avenue |
| Transit | Broad Street Line (Cecil B. Moore, Susquehanna-Dauphin, Temple University stations) |
| Landmarks | Temple University campus, Liacouras Center |
Temple University Area refers to the neighborhood surrounding Temple University's main campus in North Philadelphia. The university's presence dominates the area, with campus buildings, student housing, and university-oriented businesses creating a distinct character. Temple is one of Philadelphia's largest employers and educational institutions.
Temple University
[edit | edit source]Temple University is a public research university:
- Founded: 1884
- Enrollment: ~40,000 students
- Campus: Main campus plus multiple locations
- Notable: Law school, medical school, business school
Character
[edit | edit source]Campus Core
[edit | edit source]- University buildings
- Student housing (university and private)
- Academic facilities
- Liacouras Center (sports/events)
Surrounding Area
[edit | edit source]- Student-oriented businesses
- Mix of university and residential
- Ongoing development
- Safety concerns in some areas
Campus-Community Relations
[edit | edit source]Temple's expansion has created tension:
- University purchasing residential properties
- Gentrification concerns
- Safety and policing
- Community engagement efforts
Living in the Area
[edit | edit source]Housing
[edit | edit source]- Student apartments (dominant)
- Some family housing
- University-owned properties
- Off-campus student rentals
Safety
[edit | edit source]Temple Police patrol the campus and surrounding area, but safety concerns persist.
Getting There
[edit | edit source]Broad Street Line
[edit | edit source]Multiple stations serve the Temple area:
- Temple University Station
- Cecil B. Moore Station
- Susquehanna-Dauphin Station
Regional Rail
[edit | edit source]- Temple University Station (some lines)