Haddon Township, New Jersey facts for kids
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Haddon Township, New Jersey
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Newton Union Schoolhouse
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| Motto(s):
Where community thrives
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Haddon Township highlighted in Camden County. Inset: Location of Camden County in New Jersey.
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Census Bureau map of Haddon Township, New Jersey
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 Haddon Township, New Jersey
Location in Camden County, New Jersey
Haddon Township, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Haddon Township, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
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| State |  New Jersey |
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| County | Camden | |
| Earliest European settlement | 1681 | |
| Incorporated | February 23, 1865 | |
| Named for | Elizabeth Haddon | |
| Government | ||
| • Type | Walsh Act | |
| • Body | Board of Commissioners | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 2.82 sq mi (7.30 km2) | |
| • Land | 2.69 sq mi (6.97 km2) | |
| • Water | 0.13 sq mi (0.33 km2) 4.54% | |
| Area rank | 352nd of 565 in state 14th of 37 in county |
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| Elevation | 20 ft (6 m) | |
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 15,407 | |
| • Estimate
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15,461 | |
| • Rank | 170th of 565 in state 8th of 37 in county |
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| • Density | 5,723.3/sq mi (2,209.8/km2) | |
| • Density rank | 97th of 565 in state 8th of 37 in county |
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| Time zone | UTC−05:00 (Eastern (EST)) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC−04:00 (Eastern (EDT)) | |
| ZIP Codes |
08104, 08107, 08108, 08033, 08059, 08030
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| Area code(s) | 856 | |
| FIPS code | 3400728740 | |
| GNIS feature ID | 0882156 | |
Haddon Township is a community located in Camden County, in the state of New Jersey. It's a place where about 15,407 people lived as of 2020. This number was a bit higher than in 2010, showing the township is growing.
Haddon Township became an official township on February 23, 1865. It was created from parts of another area called Newton Township. Over time, several other towns were formed from Haddon Township. These include Haddonfield, Collingswood, Woodlynne, Haddon Heights, Audubon, and Oaklyn. The township was named after an early settler, Elizabeth Haddon.
Unlike some nearby towns, Haddon Township allows the sale of alcohol. This means you can find bars and restaurants that serve drinks here.
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Exploring Haddon Township's Past
The first European settlers arrived in this area around Newton Creek in 1681. In 1701, Elizabeth Haddon, whose father owned a lot of land here, came to manage it. This land included what is now Collingswood, Haddon Township, and Haddonfield.
Saddlertown: A Historic Community
In the late 1830s, a man named Saddler, who had escaped from a plantation in Maryland, came to New Jersey with his family. He bought land from a local Quaker farmer. The area where he settled became known as Saddlertown. It was a community mainly for Black families and was an important stop on the Underground Railroad, a secret network that helped people find freedom. Today, Saddlertown is a diverse community.
Understanding Haddon Township's Geography
Haddon Township covers about 2.82 square miles (7.30 square kilometers). Most of this area is land, with a small part being water.
The township has two separate areas called West Collingswood Heights and West Collingswood Extension. The main downtown area is known as Westmont. Other smaller communities within the township include Crystal Lake, Cuthbert, and Oakdale.
Haddon Township shares its borders with several other towns in Camden County. These include Audubon, Audubon Park, Camden, Cherry Hill (across water), Collingswood, Gloucester City, Haddonfield, Mount Ephraim, and Oaklyn.
People and Population in Haddon Township
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1870 | 1,926 | — | |
| 1880 | 1,071 | * | −44.4% |
| 1890 | 888 | * | −17.1% |
| 1900 | 2,012 | 126.6% | |
| 1910 | 1,465 | * | −27.2% |
| 1920 | 2,708 | 84.8% | |
| 1930 | 9,198 | 239.7% | |
| 1940 | 9,708 | 5.5% | |
| 1950 | 12,379 | 27.5% | |
| 1960 | 17,099 | 38.1% | |
| 1970 | 18,192 | 6.4% | |
| 1980 | 15,875 | −12.7% | |
| 1990 | 14,837 | −6.5% | |
| 2000 | 14,651 | −1.3% | |
| 2010 | 14,707 | 0.4% | |
| 2020 | 15,407 | 4.8% | |
| 2023 (est.) | 15,461 | 5.1% | |
| Population sources: 1870–2000 1870–1920 1870 1880–1890 1890–1910 1910–1930 1940–2000 2000 2010 2020 * = Lost territory in previous decade. |
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Population Details from the 2010 Census
In 2010, Haddon Township had 14,707 people living in 6,226 households. About 26.7% of these households had children under 18. Most people (93.16%) identified as White. Other groups included Black or African American (1.50%), Asian (2.71%), and Hispanic or Latino (3.95%).
The average age of people in Haddon Township was 41.8 years. About 21.7% of the population was under 18 years old. The median household income was about $70,392.
Education in Haddon Township
The Haddon Township School District provides public education for students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The district has seven schools and about 2,060 students. There are about 165 teachers, meaning there are about 12 students for every teacher.
Schools in the District
- Thomas A. Edison Elementary School (Pre-K–5)
- Clyde S. Jennings Elementary School (K–5)
- Stoy Elementary School (Pre-K–5)
- Strawbridge Elementary School (K–5)
- Van Sciver Elementary School (Pre-K–5)
- William G. Rohrer Middle School (grades 6–8)
- Haddon Township High School (grades 9–12)
Before Haddon Township High School was built in the 1960s, many students went to Collingswood High School. Some also attended Haddonfield Memorial High School or Audubon High School.
Private Schools and Libraries
Paul VI High School is a private high school in the area with over 1,000 students. It is part of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Camden. Haddon Township also has a branch of the Camden County Library System, located on MacArthur Boulevard.
Getting Around Haddon Township
Public Transportation Options
Westmont station is a train station in downtown Haddon Township. It's part of the PATCO Speedline, which is a train system.
NJ Transit also offers bus services. You can take a bus to Philadelphia on the 403 route. Local bus services are available on the 450 and 451 routes.
Roads and Highways
As of 2010, Haddon Township had over 51 miles of roads. Most of these roads are maintained by the township itself.
Major highways serving the eastern part of Haddon Township include U.S. Route 30 and County Route 561. In the western part, you'll find U.S. Route 130 and New Jersey Route 168.
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Fun Places to Visit in Haddon Township
- Westmont Theatre: This historic theater is now a gym.
- Newton Union Schoolhouse: Also known as The Champion School, this is a one-room schoolhouse built in 1821.
- Ritz Theatre: This theater was built in 1927 and used to host vaudeville shows. Today, it's a live theater company. It was added to the New Jersey and National Register of Historic Places in 2002.
- Saddler's Woods: This area protects 25.8 acres of old-growth forest. It's only about 5 miles from Philadelphia.
Famous People from Haddon Township
Many interesting people have lived in or are connected to Haddon Township:
- Mitch Albom (born 1958), a well-known writer.
- Laurie Beechman (1953–1998), a Broadway actress.
- Joe Flacco (born 1985), an NFL Quarterback.
- Larry Kane (born 1942), the only American reporter who traveled with The Beatles on their 1964 North American tour.
- Sal Paolantonio (born 1956), an ESPN reporter and writer.
- William G. Rohrer (1909–1989), who founded a very successful bank and served as mayor of Haddon Township for 36 years.
- Steven Spielberg (born 1946), a famous movie director and producer.
See also
In Spanish: Municipio de Haddon (Nueva Jersey) para niños
