Bradford Woods, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Bradford Woods, Pennsylvania
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Borough
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Intersection at the center of the community
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| Etymology: Thomas Bradford | |
Location in Allegheny County and the U.S. state of Pennsylvania.
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Location of Pennsylvania in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Allegheny |
| Incorporated | May 3, 1915 |
| Area | |
| • Total | 0.89 sq mi (2.31 km2) |
| • Land | 0.89 sq mi (2.31 km2) |
| • Water | 0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,250 ft (380 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,183 |
| • Density | 1,327.72/sq mi (512.43/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
15015
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| Area code(s) | 724 |
| FIPS code | 42-08064 |
| School District | North Allegheny |
Bradford Woods is a small town, called a borough, in Allegheny County, Pennsylvania, USA. In 2020, about 1,183 people lived there. It's a suburb near Pittsburgh, and kids living there go to schools in the North Allegheny School District. The town also shares a library with other nearby communities, called the Northland Public Library. You'll find Bradford Woods Elementary School right in town.
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History of Bradford Woods
Bradford Woods started as a place where people went for summer vacations. It officially became a borough on May 3, 1915. Before that, it was part of Marshall Township.
A special electric train, called the Harmony Line, used to run through Bradford Woods. It followed the path where Forest Road is today. This train made it easy for people to travel directly to Pittsburgh. In 1974, the town set up its own local government, which is called a home rule government.
Geography and Location
Bradford Woods is located at 40°38′9″N 80°4′55″W / 40.63583°N 80.08194°W.
Size and Elevation
The United States Census Bureau says that Bradford Woods covers about 0.9 square miles (2.3 square kilometers) of land. There is no water area in the borough. The average height of the land in Bradford Woods is about 1,250 feet (381 meters) above sea level.
Neighboring Areas
Bradford Woods has only two neighbors. To the north, south, and west, it borders Marshall Township. To the east, it borders Pine Township. The community is also surrounded by the unincorporated area of Wexford and has its own ZIP code.
Population Over Time
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1920 | 213 | — | |
| 1930 | 370 | 73.7% | |
| 1940 | 374 | 1.1% | |
| 1950 | 458 | 22.5% | |
| 1960 | 866 | 89.1% | |
| 1970 | 970 | 12.0% | |
| 1980 | 1,264 | 30.3% | |
| 1990 | 1,329 | 5.1% | |
| 2000 | 1,149 | −13.5% | |
| 2010 | 1,171 | 1.9% | |
| 2020 | 1,183 | 1.0% | |
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In 2000, there were 1,149 people living in Bradford Woods. These people made up 464 households, and 373 of those were families. Most people living in the borough were White (98.61%). A small number were Asian (0.87%), Native American (0.09%), or from other backgrounds. About 0.78% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average household had about 2.48 people, and the average family had about 2.80 people. The median age in the borough was 47 years old. This means half the people were younger than 47 and half were older.
Famous People from Bradford Woods
Bradford Woods has been home to some well-known individuals.
- Christina Aguilera is a famous singer, actress, and pop culture icon who has won many Grammy awards. She grew up in Bradford Woods. In 2002, she even visited her old house on Bradford Road for an MTV show.
- Chris Hoke is a former professional football player. He was a lineman for the Pittsburgh Steelers and was even chosen for the Pro Bowl.
- Robert J. Kirkpatrick was an aviator and a talented airplane builder. He won an award in 1965 for his amazing work on building an airplane called the Wittman Tailwind. That plane is still flying today!
See also
In Spanish: Bradford Woods para niños
