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Upper Darby Township, often shortened to Upper Darby, is a home rule township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States. As of the 2020 census, the township had a total population of 85,681, making it the state's sixth-most populated municipality after Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Reading, and Erie. Upper Darby borders Philadelphia, the nation's sixth-most populous city, and constitutes part of the Delaware Valley, also known as the Philadelphia metropolitan area, the nation's seventh-largest metropolitan area.

Upper Darby is home to the Tower Theater, a historic music venue on 69th Street built in the 1920s, and several Underground Railroad sites.  In August 2019, the radio tower on top of the theater was removed due to structural concerns.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, the township has a total area of 7.9 square miles (20.4 km²), all land. The township lies on the edge of the Piedmont slightly above the City of Philadelphia (60 to 260 ft or 18 to 79 m above sea level). The area is crossed by several small creeks. The borough of East Lansdowne, Pennsylvania is an enclave surrounded by Upper Darby Township; additionally, an exclave of Upper Darby Township is separated from the rest of the township.

Upper Darby neighborhoods include Aronimink, Beverly Hills, Bywood, Drexel Hill, Drexel Park, Fernwood, Highland Park, Llanerch Hills, Kellyville, Kirklyn, Oakview, Primos, Secane, Stonehurst, Terminal Square, and Westbrook Park.

Cobbs Creek runs along the border of Upper Darby and connects with Darby Creek. Cobbs Creek Park and the Philadelphia public golf course about the Highland Park Neighborhood of Upper Darby along the border of Philadelphia's Overbrook Park neighborhood.

This township has a strong emphasis on health and wellness among its residents. Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital provides comprehensive medical care, including primary care, specialty services, and emergency care. Planet Fitness provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. Check out Sojourn Yoga for yoga sessions designed to improve flexibility and reduce stress. Lansdowne YMCA offers comprehensive health and wellness services, including swimming, gym facilities, and wellness coaching. Everybody's Chiropractic and Barun Spine & Chiropractic offer holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain. Taiji AcuCare provides traditional Chinese medicine treatments to balance your body’s energy. For those interested in martial arts, Cheng's Martial Arts offers classes for all ages.

Top sites in Upper Darby, PA include Tower Theater, County Park, and Kent Park.

Population: 85,681 (2020). Elevation: 312 feet (95 m). Area: 7.87 square miles (20.4 km²). ZIP Code: 19082. Area code: 610.

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What county is Upper Darby, PA known for?

Upper Darby Township, often shortened to Upper Darby, is a home rule township in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States. As of the 2020 census, the township had a total population of 85,681, making it the state's sixth-most populated municipality after Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Reading, and Erie. Upper Darby borders Philadelphia, the nation's sixth-most populous city, and constitutes part of the Delaware Valley, also known as the Philadelphia metropolitan area, the nation's seventh-largest metropolitan area.

What are the good shopping and dining options in Upper Darby, PA?

Consisting of retail and office, the 69th Street Shopping District is located on Philadelphia’s premier urban high street, spanning over ten city blocks and housing over 60 national, regional, and local tenants. Located at 69th Street and Market Street, the 69th Street Shopping District houses one of the busiest SEPTA stops in the entire system, transporting over 34,000 passengers daily.

Is Upper Darby, PA a good place to live?

Upper Darby Township is in Delaware County. Living in Upper Darby Township offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. In Upper Darby Township there are a lot of bars, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Upper Darby Township and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Upper Darby Township are above average.

Sources

Delaware County

Wikipedia

Niche

AAC Realty

Tower Theater

County Park

Kent Park

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital 

Planet Fitness

Sojourn Yoga

Lansdowne YMCA

Everybody's Chiropractic

Barun Spine & Chiropractic

Taiji AcuCare

Cheng's Martial Arts

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