Wynnefield Heights, Philadelphia facts for kids
Wynnefield Heights is a neighborhood in West Philadelphia, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. It's known as a place where many families live, with different types of homes and important buildings.
Quick facts for kids
Wynnefield Heights
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Wynnefield Heights is the home of The Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, or PCOM, a school of some 1,300 medical and graduate-level students, which also serves as the Philadelphia 76ers practice facilities.
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| Country |  United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Philadelphia |
| City | Philadelphia |
| Area code(s) | 215, 267, and 445 |
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Where is Wynnefield Heights?
This neighborhood is located in the greater West Philadelphia area. It has clear boundaries:
- To the north, you'll find City Avenue.
- To the west, there's Belmont Avenue.
- To the south and east, it borders Fairmount Park, a large green space.
- The Schuylkill Expressway (also known as Route 76) is to the east.
A Look Back: History of the Area
The area where Wynnefield Heights is located has also been known by other names, like Woodside Park or Balwynne Park.
The Fun of Woodside Park
"Woodside Park" was once a popular amusement park! It opened in 1897 and was a fun place for people to visit until it closed in 1955. Imagine all the rides and games that used to be there!
Important Places and Buildings
Wynnefield Heights is home to several important places. Because major roads like the Schuylkill Expressway (Route 76) and Belmont Avenue are nearby, it's easy to get to Center City, Philadelphia (the downtown area) and other nearby towns in Montgomery County.
Here are some key places you'll find in the neighborhood:
- The studios for ABC Channel 6, a local TV station.
- A Target store, where people can shop.
- The Philadelphia Water Department's Belmont Water Treatment Facility and Reservoir, which helps provide clean water to the city.
- A police station for the Pennsylvania State Police, called Troop K Barracks.
- The main campus of the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM), which is a medical school.
Who Lives in Wynnefield Heights?
According to information from 2010, Wynnefield Heights is a diverse community. People from many different backgrounds live here. The average family income in the neighborhood was about $76,200 in 2010.
Homes in the Neighborhood
You can find many different types of homes in Wynnefield Heights:
- Two-story brick townhomes.
- Row duplexes (homes split into two living spaces).
- Garden apartments (apartments with outdoor space).
- Mid-rise and high-rise apartment buildings.
In 2010, there were over 5,600 homes in the area. About 1 in 5 of these homes were owned by the people living in them. There are no public or private schools directly within the Wynnefield Heights neighborhood.
Community Spirit: Wynnefield Heights Civic Association
The Wynnefield Heights Civic Association (WHCA) is a group that works to make the neighborhood a better place. Their goal is to encourage people who live and work in Wynnefield Heights to get involved and help create a safe, clean, and responsible community.
The WHCA also organizes a special event every July called Community Day. This fun day takes place at the new Woodside Park & Playground in the neighborhood.
