Edgmont Township, Pennsylvania facts for kids
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Edgmont Township, Pennsylvania
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Township
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"The Emerald of Delaware County"
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Location in Delaware County and the state of Pennsylvania.
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Location of Pennsylvania in the United States
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| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Delaware |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.73 sq mi (25.20 km2) |
| • Land | 9.71 sq mi (25.14 km2) |
| • Water | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km2) |
| Elevation | 469 ft (143 m) |
| Population
(2010)
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| • Total | 3,987 |
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4,081 |
| • Density | 420.42/sq mi (162.32/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (EST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
19028
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| Area code(s) | 484 and 610 |
| FIPS code | 42-045-22584 |
| FIPS code | 42-045-22584 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1216382 |
Edgmont Township is a community located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, in the United States. A township is a type of local government area. Edgmont is home to the small, unincorporated village of Gradyville. In 2010, about 3,987 people lived here.
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History of Edgmont Township
Edgmont Township is also known by its post office name, Edgemont (ZIP Code 19028). It is a mix of rural and suburban areas in western Delaware County. Edgmont was one of the very first townships created in Pennsylvania in the late 1680s.
How Edgmont Got Its Name
The name "Edgmont" comes from an old royal area called Edgemond in Shropshire, England. Joseph Baker, one of the first people to settle in the township, came from there. Joseph Baker was an important person. He represented Delaware County in the Provincial Assembly, which was like the government back then.
Who Lives in Edgmont Today?
Today, Edgmont has a wide range of people with different income levels. You can find many neighborhoods with higher incomes, like Allee and Somerhill. These are often along rural roads or major streets like Providence Road. There are also communities like Springton Chase and Runnymeade Farms. A retirement home called White Horse Village is also located here.
What is Gradyville?
Within Edgmont, there's a tiny village called Gradyville (ZIP Code 19039). It's not a separate town. It mainly has a post office, a gas station, a flower shop, and an antique shop. Most of Edgmont's mail is delivered by post offices in nearby towns like Newtown Square, Media, or Glen Mills.
Geography of Edgmont Township
Edgmont Township is located northwest of the center of Delaware County. Its northern border touches the Chester County line. The township covers about 25.20 square kilometers (9.73 square miles). Most of this area is land.
Rivers and Borders
Crum Creek forms the eastern edge of the township. Ridley Creek flows about 1 mile (1.6 km) to the west, running almost parallel to Crum Creek. Edgmont Township shares borders with several other townships:
- Middletown
- Upper Providence
- Newtown
- Thornbury (all in Delaware County)
- Willistown (in Chester County)
Ridley Creek State Park
The biggest natural feature in Edgmont Township is Ridley Creek State Park. It covers about 2,600 acres (10.5 square kilometers) in the eastern part of the township. It's a very popular place for outdoor activities like hiking and biking. The park is also home to the Colonial Pennsylvania Plantation. This is a farm park that shows what colonial life was like. It's open from late spring to early fall.
People of Edgmont Township
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1930 | 874 | — | |
| 1940 | 957 | 9.5% | |
| 1950 | 1,048 | 9.5% | |
| 1960 | 1,404 | 34.0% | |
| 1970 | 1,368 | −2.6% | |
| 1980 | 1,410 | 3.1% | |
| 1990 | 2,735 | 94.0% | |
| 2000 | 3,918 | 43.3% | |
| 2010 | 3,987 | 1.8% | |
| 2020 | 4,283 | 7.4% | |
The population of Edgmont Township has grown over the years. In 2010, there were 3,987 people living there. By 2020, the population had increased to 4,283.
Who Lives Here?
According to the 2010 census, most residents were White (93.7%). There were also smaller percentages of African American (1.1%), Asian (3.8%), and people of other backgrounds. About 0.9% of the population identified as Hispanic or Latino.
In 2000, there were 1,447 households in Edgmont. About 27.7% of these households had children under 18 living with them. The average household had 2.47 people. The median age in the township was 44 years old.
Getting Around Edgmont
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PA Route 3 westbound in Edgmont Township
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As of 2021, Edgmont Township has about 32.35 miles (52.06 km) of public roads. Some of these roads are kept up by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT). The rest are maintained by the township itself.
Main Roads
The main roads that go through or around Edgmont include:
- Pennsylvania Route 3 (also known as West Chester Pike)
- Pennsylvania Route 352 (also known as Middletown Road)
Public Transportation
SEPTA provides bus service to the Edgmont area.
- Route 104 travels between West Chester University and the 69th Street Transportation Center in Upper Darby Township.
- Route 120 runs between Cheyney University and the 69th Street Transportation Center.
Schools in Edgmont Township
Edgmont Township is part of the Rose Tree Media School District. Students living in the township attend different schools based on their grade level and where they live.
Elementary Schools
For students in kindergarten through fifth grade (K-5), they attend either Glenwood Elementary School or Rose Tree Elementary School. In 2021, it was announced that a new elementary school would be built in Edgmont Township. Construction was planned to start in the spring of 2022.
Middle and High Schools
- Students in grades 6-8 go to Springton Lake Middle School.
- For grades 9-12, students attend Penncrest High School.
Famous People from Edgmont
Some notable people who have connections to Edgmont Township include:
- William Lewis: He was a Pennsylvania State Representative, a U.S. Attorney, and a U.S. federal judge.
- Joe Sestak: He was a three-star admiral in the U.S. Navy and a former U.S. Representative.
