Delanco Township, New Jersey facts for kids
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Delanco Township, New Jersey
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Township
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Zurbrugg Mansion
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| Motto(s):
"A Timeless Treasure"
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Location of Delanco Township in Burlington County highlighted in red (right). Inset map: Location of Burlington County in New Jersey highlighted in red (left).
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Census Bureau map of Delanco Township, New Jersey
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 Delanco Township, New Jersey
Location in Burlington County, New Jersey
Delanco Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Delanco Township, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Burlington |
| Incorporated | March 1, 1859 as Beverly Township |
| Renamed | December 20, 1926 as Delanco Township |
| Named for | DELaware River and RANCOcas Creek |
| Government | |
| • Type | Township |
| • Body | Township Committee |
| Area | |
| • Total | 3.33 sq mi (8.62 km2) |
| • Land | 2.36 sq mi (6.11 km2) |
| • Water | 0.97 sq mi (2.52 km2) 29.19% |
| Area rank | 322nd of 565 in state 29th of 40 in county |
| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 4,824 |
| • Estimate
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4,897 |
| • Rank | 384th of 565 in state 29th of 40 in county |
| • Density | 2,046.1/sq mi (790.0/km2) |
| • Density rank | 293rd of 565 in state 16th of 40 in county |
| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) |
| ZIP Code |
08075
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| Area code(s) | 856 exchanges: 461, 764, 824 |
| FIPS code | 3400517080 |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882100 |
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Delanco Township is a small community in Burlington County, New Jersey. It's located in the Delaware Valley, near the big city of Philadelphia. About 4,800 people live here.
The name Delanco comes from two nearby waterways: the Delaware River and Rancocas Creek. It was first called Del-Ranco or Delaranco, then shortened to Delanco. It is also a "dry township," which means alcohol cannot be sold there.
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History of Delanco Township
Delanco Township has an interesting past! It was first created on March 1, 1859. Back then, it was known as Beverly Township.
How Delanco Got Its Name
The name Delanco was used for the area by 1868. It was chosen because of the nearby Delaware River and Rancocas Creek. On December 20, 1926, the township officially changed its name to Delanco Township. This change happened after people voted for it.
A Moment in the Civil War
In April 1861, during the American Civil War, soldiers from the Sixth Massachusetts Militia passed through Delanco. They were on their way to Washington to protect the capital.
Geography and Location
Delanco Township covers a total area of about 3.33 square miles (8.62 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, but about 29% is water.
Where is Delanco Located?
Delanco Township is bordered by several other towns in Burlington County. These include Beverly, Delran Township, and Edgewater Park Township. It also sits across the Delaware River from Bensalem Township and the city of Philadelphia in Pennsylvania.
Who Lives in Delanco?
The number of people living in Delanco Township has changed over the years. In 2020, the population was 4,824. This was an increase from 4,283 people in 2010.
A Look at the Community
In 2010, there were 1,755 households in Delanco. About 26% of these households had children under 18. Many families were married couples living together. The average household had about 2.44 people.
The community is made up of different groups of people. Most residents were White, with a good number of Black or African American residents. There were also Asian, Native American, and other racial groups. About 3.5% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
The average age of people in Delanco was about 42.4 years old. About 19.7% of the population was under 18.
Education in Delanco
Students in Delanco Township attend public schools run by the Delanco Township School District.
Local Schools
The district has two schools for younger students:
- M. Joan Pearson Elementary School: This school serves students from kindergarten to 5th grade.
- Walnut Street Middle School: This school is for students in grades 6 through 8.
High School Education
After 8th grade, students from Delanco go to Riverside High School. This high school is located in Riverside Township.
Specialized Training
Students in Burlington County, including Delanco, can also attend the Burlington County Institute of Technology. This school offers special vocational and technical training. It has campuses in Medford and Westampton.
Getting Around Delanco
Delanco Township has several roads and public transportation options.
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Major Roads
U.S. Route 130 is the main highway that runs along the southeastern edge of Delanco Township. County Route 543 also crosses through the township. Both of these roads run parallel to the Delaware River.
Public Transport Options
- Light Rail: The Delanco station is part of the River Line light rail system. You can take the light rail south to Camden or north to Trenton Rail Station. From these stations, you can connect to other trains to places like Philadelphia or New York City.
- Bus Service: NJ Transit offers bus service in Delanco Township. The 419 bus route connects Camden and Burlington.
Famous People from Delanco
Many interesting people have connections to Delanco Township:
- Al Bunge (born 1937): A former professional basketball player.
- Joe Burk (1914–2008): A competitive rower and coach.
- Herb Conaway (born 1963): A doctor who has served in the New Jersey General Assembly.
- Thomas Fletcher (1787–1866): A well-known silversmith.
- Samuel C. Forker (1821–1900): He represented New Jersey in the United States House of Representatives.
