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Deptford, NJ

Deptford Township is a township in Gloucester County in the U.S. state of New Jersey. As of the 2020 United States Census, the township's population was 31,977, an increase of 1,416 (+4.6%) from the 2010 census count of 30,561, which in turn reflected an increase of 3,798 (+14.2%) from the 26,763 counted in the 2000 census.

Deptford Township was formed on June 1, 1695, and was known initially as Bethlehem. It was incorporated as a township by the New Jersey Legislature on February 21, 1798, as one of the state's initial 104 townships formed under the Township Act. Since then, portions of the township were taken to create Washington Township (February 17, 1836), Woodbury Borough (March 27, 1854; now Woodbury), West Deptford Township (March 1, 1871), Wenonah (March 10, 1883), Westville (April 7, 1914), and Woodbury Heights (April 6, 1915).

Deptford is a southeastern suburb of Philadelphia, located on the eastern side of the Walt Whitman Bridge, one of several bridges that join Deptford Township with Philadelphia, the nation's sixth-largest city as of 2020. It is located 10 miles (16 km) southeast of Philadelphia and 50 miles (80 km) northwest of Atlantic City.

Deptford Township was named for the Deptford area of London, located on the River Thames. It is part of the South Jersey region of the state.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township had a total area of 17.57 square miles (45.50 km2), including 17.33 square miles (44.89 km2) of land and 0.24 square miles (0.61 km2) of water (1.35%). The township borders Mantua Township, Washington Township, Wenonah, West Deptford Township, Westville, Woodbury, and Woodbury Heights in Gloucester County, and Bellmawr, Gloucester Township, and Runnemede in Camden County.

Additionally, the healthcare sector plays a significant role in the township's economy and health and wellness with facilities like Jefferson Health - New Jersey providing essential medical services to the community. Hot Yoga Revolution offers various yoga classes for different levels and interests. Garden of Healing Yoga provides a serene environment for practicing yoga with experienced instructors. Planet Fitness is a popular gym chain with a range of fitness equipment and classes. Anytime Fitness is a 24-hour gym with personalized training options and group classes. Inspira Medical Center Deptford is a comprehensive medical center offering various healthcare services.

Top sites in Deptford, NJ: Diggerland Museum, Launch Trampoline Park, Round1 USA.

Population: Approximately 30,000. Area: 17.57 sq mi (45.50 km2). Elevation: 20 feet (6 meters). ZIP Code: 08096. Area code: 856. 

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What is the crime rate in Deptford, NJ?

In Deptford Township, however, violent offenses account for a much smaller 3% share of all reported crimes. At 132 incidents for every 100,000 people, the violent crime rate in Deptford Township is well below the national violent crime rate of 379 offenses per 100,000 people. Law enforcement in Deptford Township reported a total of 40 violent crimes in 2019.

What is Deptford, NJ named after?

Deptford, which took its name from a small town in Kentshire, England, was one of the original townships of Gloucester County. It was settled in 1623 by the Dutch under Cornelius Jacobse Mey and was later claimed by the Swedes and the Finns before coming under British control. According to the book Under Four Flags, a history of Gloucester County published in 1965, Deptford became a true melting pot as people of many different cultures and religions settled in the township.

What is the ethnicity of the people in Deptford, NJ?

Deptford Demographics. Deptford is a city located in Gloucester County New Jersey. Deptford has a 2024 population of 32,620. Deptford is currently growing at a rate of 0.52% annually and its population has increased by 1.96% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 31,992 in 2020. White: 72.14% Black or African American: 12.36% Two or more races: 5.63% Asian: 5.5%

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Inspira Medical Center Deptford

Diggerland Museum

Launch Trampoline Park

Round1 USA

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