Ardencroft, Delaware facts for kids
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Ardencroft, Delaware
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Location of Ardencroft in New Castle County, Delaware.
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 Ardencroft, Delaware
Location in Delaware
Ardencroft, Delaware
Location in the United States
Ardencroft, Delaware
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  Delaware |
| County |  New Castle |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
| • Land | 0.09 sq mi (0.23 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 279 ft (85 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 226 |
| • Density | 2,539.33/sq mi (982.37/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| Area code(s) | 302 |
| FIPS code | 10-01530 |
| GNIS feature ID | 217491 |
Ardencroft is a small village in New Castle County, Delaware, United States. In 2020, about 226 people lived there. It's known for its unique history and community ideas.
Ardencroft was started in 1950. It grew out of two other villages nearby, Arden and Ardentown. The people who founded Ardencroft wanted to create a special way of life. This way of life was based on ideas from Henry George and William Morris.
One main idea was the "single tax" system. This means you don't pay taxes on your house itself. Instead, you only pay tax on the land your house sits on. The land is owned by a special trust, not by individuals. This system was meant to make housing more affordable for everyone.
Another idea was based on "arts and crafts" principles. This meant valuing nature and community. About half of Ardencroft's land is kept as woods and open spaces. There are also many footpaths that criss-cross through the village.
From the very beginning, Ardencroft welcomed people from all backgrounds. It was one of the first places to encourage different groups of people to live together. This happened even before the big changes of the Civil Rights Movement. The local school, the former Arden School, also allowed students of all races to attend around this time.
A famous civil rights activist named Pauline A. Young (1900-1991) lived in Ardencroft. She was a writer, pilot, librarian, and educator. Pauline Young joined the NAACP at age 12. She worked with important leaders like W. E. B. Du Bois in the 1930s. In 1965, she even marched with Martin Luther King Jr. in Alabama.
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Where Ardencroft Is Located
Ardencroft is located in Delaware. Its exact spot is 39°48′15″N 75°29′29″W / 39.80417°N 75.49139°W.
The United States Census Bureau says the village covers a total area of about 0.1 square miles (0.23 square kilometers). All of this area is land.
Getting Around and Services
Transportation
No major state highways go directly through Ardencroft. However, Delaware Route 3 is nearby. It runs to the west of the village. This road can take you south towards Wilmington or north towards Claymont.
Harvey Road runs along the northeast edge of Ardencroft. It connects to Interstate 95, a major highway. You can get onto southbound I-95 from Harvey Road. You can also exit northbound I-95 onto Harvey Road.
Public bus service is available in Ardencroft. DART First State provides bus route 11. This bus goes to the Wilmington train station. From there, you can catch Amtrak trains or SEPTA Regional Rail trains.
Utilities
Ardencroft gets its electricity and natural gas from Delmarva Power. This company is part of Exelon. Water service is provided by Suez Delaware. New Castle County handles the sewer services for the village. For trash and recycling, residents use Waste Management.
Schools in Ardencroft
Ardencroft is part of the Brandywine School District.
There is also a private school called Wilmington Montessori School. This school teaches children from kindergarten through 8th grade. Part of its campus is located in Ardencroft.
How Many People Live Here
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1980 | 267 | — | |
| 1990 | 282 | 5.6% | |
| 2000 | 267 | −5.3% | |
| 2010 | 231 | −13.5% | |
| 2020 | 226 | −2.2% | |
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In 2000, there were 267 people living in Ardencroft. These people lived in 112 households. About 74 of these were families.
Most people in the village were white (80.52%). There were also African American (12.36%) and Asian (5.99%) residents. A small number of people were from two or more races (1.12%). About 0.75% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
About 23.2% of households had children under 18 living with them. Many households (56.3%) were married couples. The average household had 2.38 people. The average family had 2.91 people.
The population had a mix of ages. About 19.1% were under 18. About 36.0% were between 45 and 64 years old. About 13.1% were 65 or older. The average age in the village was 44 years.
In 2000, the average income for a household in Ardencroft was $56,875. For families, the average income was $73,125. A small number of families (2.9%) and people (4.3%) lived below the poverty line.
Images for kids
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Location of Ardencroft in New Castle County, Delaware.
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Sunset Lane in Ardencroft, a typical street
See also
In Spanish: Ardencroft para niños
