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Yeadon, PA

Yeadon is a borough in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, United States. It borders the city of Philadelphia. The population was 11,443 at the 2010 census.

Yeadon is located in eastern Delaware County at 39°55′58″N 75°15′6″W (39.932862, -75.251540). It is bordered on the south by the borough of Darby, on the northwest by the borough Lansdowne, on the west and north by Upper Darby Township, and the east, across Cobbs Creek, by the city of Philadelphia, whose Center City lies 6 miles (10 km) to the east.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Yeadon has a total area of 1.6 square miles (4.1 km2), all land.

Yeadon and its surrounding land were once part of New Sweden. Yeadon was then known as the Swedish settlement of Mölndal (founded in 1645). The borough of Yeadon took its name from Yeadon Manor, which takes its name from Yeadon, West Yorkshire, in England.

In the years following World War II, Yeadon became home to a large middle-class African American community. In 1959, the borough's Nile Swim Club became the first swim club owned and operated by African Americans in the United States.

The Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Philadelphia operates Catholic churches. In October 1928, St. Louis Church in Yeadon opened. Circa 2008 1,267 families were registered with the church. In 2013 St. Louis merged into Blessed Virgin Mary Church in Darby, with the St. Louis parish closed.

Yeadon places a strong emphasis on health and wellness, with several facilities and programs dedicated to promoting community well-being. Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital provides comprehensive medical care, including primary care, specialty services, and emergency care. Taiji AcuCare provides traditional Chinese medicine treatments to balance your body’s energy. Planet Fitness provides a comprehensive fitness experience with state-of-the-art equipment and personal training. CrossFit Delco is perfect for those looking for high-intensity training and community support. Chiropractic, Wellness and Rehabilitation Clinic offers holistic treatments to enhance physical health and alleviate pain. D.A.T. Dance Studio offers dance classes that promote physical fitness. For those interested in martial arts, Daniel Pope Karate offers classes for all ages.
 

The top sites in Yeadon, PA are the Philadelphia Museum of Art, Clark Park, and Bartram's Garden.
 

Population: 12,140 (2022). ZIP Code: 19050. Area codes: 610, 484. Elevation: 69 ft (21 m). Area: 1.59 sq mi (4.13 km2).

FAQs

Is Yeadon, PA a good place to live?

Yeadon is in Delaware County. Living in Yeadon offers residents a dense suburban feel and most residents rent their homes. In Yeadon, there are a lot of bars and parks. Many young professionals live in Yeadon and residents tend to be liberal.

What is the history of Yeadon, PA?

The Borough of Yeadon evolved from the original occupation of the Lenni Lenape Native American group to the early colonial settlement of four different governments; first the Dutch, then the Swedes, then the English, and finally into the control of the Colonial American government. Yeadon thrived early due to its proximity to Philadelphia markets and the energy that Cobbs Creek and Darby Creek provided for industry.

What is the crime rate in Yeadon, PA?

With a crime rate of 40 per one thousand residents, Yeadon has one of the highest crime rates in America compared to all communities of all sizes - from the smallest towns to the very largest cities. One's chance of becoming a victim of either violent or property crime here is one in 25. Within Pennsylvania, more than 98% of the communities have a lower crime rate than Yeadon.

Sources

Wikipedia

Borough of Yeadon

Niche

Neighborhood Scout

Philadelphia Museum of Art

Clark Park

Bartram's Garden

Mercy Fitzgerald Hospital

Taiji AcuCare

Planet Fitness

CrossFit Delco

Chiropractic, Wellness and Rehabilitation Clinic

D.A.T. Dance Studio

Daniel Pope Karate

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