Ridley Township, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
3/10
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Walkability
3/10
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Transit
3/10
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Commute
7/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
5/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.
Residents
Population
30,822
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.4 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
61.8%
64% (US)
College-Educated
32.8%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$89,156
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
90.2%
88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
7.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$246,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$799
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,123
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.7%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Delaware County
4
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Delaware County
4
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 5 | 33 |
| Feb | 3 | 5 | 35 |
| Mar | 4 | 2 | 43 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 54 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 63 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 75 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 56 |
| Nov | 3 | 0 | 47 |
| Dec | 4 | 2 | 37 |
Hazards
Coastal Flood Risk
Excessive Heat Risk
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 46% of residents leaning left and 50% leaning right. However, Donald Trump carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.
Liberal (47%) (51%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 54%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 5, PA State Senate District 26, PA State House District 162, PASchools
St James Regional Catholic School
<1 miles, SW
Ridley HS
<1 miles, NW
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4.6
Edgewood El Sch
<1 miles, N
•
3.7
Milagre Kids School
<1 miles, W
•
1
Colleges
All-State Career School
2 miles, S
•
1.9
All-State Career School-Health Sciences
2 miles, S
•
1.9
Swarthmore College
2 miles, NW
•
3.7
Widener University
2 miles, SW
•
3.2
Hospitals
Crozer Chester Medical Center
3 miles, W
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2.3
Mercy Catholic Medical Center- Mercy Fitzgerald
4 miles, E
•
2.3
Delaware County Memorial Hospital
5 miles, NE
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2.3
Riddle Memorial Hospital
6 miles, NW
•
3.2
Airports
Philadelphia International Airport
5 miles, SE
•
4.1
Trenton Mercer Airport
38 miles, E
•
1.4
Atlantic City International Airport
50 miles, SE
•
1.4
Lehigh Valley International Airport
53 miles, N
•
1.4