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Haverford, PA

Haverford is an unincorporated community located in both Haverford Township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States, and Lower Merion Township in Montgomery County, approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) west of Philadelphia. The Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) opened Haverford Station in 1880 on their Main Line west out of Broad Street Station (now Suburban Station) in Philadelphia. Haverford sits at milepost 9.17.

Delaware County, colloquially referred to as Delco is a county in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. With a population of 576,830 as of the 2020 census, it is the fifth-most populous county in Pennsylvania and the third-smallest in area. The county was created on September 26, 1789, from part of Chester County and named for the Delaware River. The county is part of the Delaware Valley, located in the southern region of the state.

Delaware County borders Philadelphia, the nation's sixth-most populous city, to its northeast. It also is adjacent to the city-county of Philadelphia County and is included in the Philadelphia–Camden–Wilmington, PA–NJ–DE–MD metropolitan statistical area. Its county seat is Media.

Haverford borders the unincorporated portion of Haverford Township called "Havertown," as well as the unincorporated communities of Bryn Mawr, Gladwyne, Ardmore, Wynnewood, and a small portion of Broomall.

Haverford's name is derived from the name of the town of Haverfordwest in Wales, UK. Today, Haverford is most notable for being the site of Haverford College and one of the United States' oldest country clubs, the Merion Cricket Club.

Major roads in Haverford include Lancaster Avenue (US 30/Lincoln Highway), Montgomery Avenue, Haverford Road, and I-476 (Blue Route).

Haverford places a strong emphasis on health and wellness for its residents. See the Chanticleer Garden and discover a stunning botanical garden featuring an array of plant collections and landscape designs. Tee off at one of the country's premier golf destinations, Merion Golf Club known for its challenging courses and scenic views. Lankenau Medical Center offers comprehensive health services, including wellness check-ups and preventive care programs. Yoga enthusiasts can head to East Eagle Yoga for diverse yoga classes that cater to all skill levels. Planet Fitness offers comprehensive fitness programs including cardio, strength training, and group exercise classes. If you're looking to boost your fitness, the Haverford Area YMCA is a great option with its state-of-the-art gym facilities and group exercise programs. For a more relaxing wellness activity, indulge in a spa treatment at Heaven Spa, known for its luxurious massages and skincare services.

Top sites in Haverford, PA are Haverford College Arboretum, Sharpe Park and Bird Sanctuary, Philadelphia Museum of Art.

Population: 50,465 (2023). ZIP code: 19041. Area codes: 610, 484. Elevation: 289 feet (88 m). Area: 10.0 square miles (26 km²).

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What is Haverford, PA known for?

Haverford's name is derived from the name of the town of Haverfordwest in Wales, UK. Today, Haverford is most notable for being the site of Haverford College and one of the United States' oldest country clubs, the Merion Cricket Club. Major roads in Haverford include Lancaster Avenue (US 30/Lincoln Highway), Montgomery Avenue, Haverford Road, and I-476 (Blue Route).

What county is Haverford, PA?

Haverford is an unincorporated community located in both Haverford Township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States, and Lower Merion Township in Montgomery County, approximately 3 miles (4.8 km) west of Philadelphia. The Pennsylvania Railroad (PRR) opened Haverford Station in 1880 on their Main Line west out of Broad Street Station (now Suburban Station) in Philadelphia. Haverford sits at milepost 9.17.

What are the demographics of Haverford, PA?

There are 6,535 residents in Haverford, with a median age of 51. Of this, 46.24% are males and 53.76% are females. US-born citizens make up 90.5% of the resident pool in Haverford, while non-US-born citizens account for 5.46%. Additionally, 4.04% of the population is represented by non-citizens. A total of 5,440 people in Haverford currently live in the same house as they did last year.

Sources

Township of Haverford

Wikipedia

Point 2 Homes

Haverford College Arboretum

Sharpe Park and Bird Sanctuary

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Chanticleer Garden

Merion Golf Club

Lankenau Medical Center

East Eagle Yoga

Planet Fitness

Haverford Area YMCA

Heaven Spa

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