East Oak Lane

It continues to attract Philadelphia’s great minds and talents who love to call this neighborhood their home.
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Welcome to East Oak Lane

History

Settled in 1683, East Oak Lane, located at “The Northern Gates of Philadelphia”, is William Penn’s first neighborhood- his first “Green Country Town.” Rich with history, gorgeous architecture, green space, and cultural diversity, this neighborhood is truly a jewel in the crown of Philadelphia.
 
Convenient to the newly restored Melrose Park Train Station, Fernrock Subway Station, and many bus lines- residents have access to all the City of Philadelphia has to offer, yet they enjoy the quiet and beauty of a suburban environment.
 
The vision of William Penn to create a pastoral oasis for city dwellers is shared by the residents of East Oak Lane. Neighbors are passionate about the preservation of their beautiful landscaping and their rich Philadelphia architecture. This community comes together to celebrate their shared respect for the “quality of life” of all of its neighbors. As a result, East Oak Lane continues to attract Philadelphia’s great minds and talents who love to call this neighborhood their home.
 

Boundaries

Cheltenham Avenue to the north, Broad Street to the west, Godfrey Avenue to the south, and North 5th Street to the east.

  • Zip Codes: 19126 & 19141

 

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Overview for East Oak Lane, PA

10,837 people live in East Oak Lane, where the median age is 41 and the average individual income is $31,921. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,837

Total Population

41 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$31,921

Average individual Income

Around East Oak Lane, PA

There's plenty to do around East Oak Lane, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

54
Somewhat Walkable
Walking Score
59
Bikeable
Bike Score
60
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Wilson's Beverages, Daddys Kitchen, and Nobleheart Tattoo & Art Gallery.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 1.22 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Dining 4.6 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 2.95 miles 21 reviews 5/5 stars
Beauty 3.08 miles 10 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for East Oak Lane, PA

East Oak Lane has 4,014 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in East Oak Lane do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 10,837 people call East Oak Lane home. The population density is 16,817.048 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

10,837

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

41

Median Age

45.85 / 54.15%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
4,014

Total Households

3

Average Household Size

$31,921

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in East Oak Lane, PA

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The following schools are within or nearby East Oak Lane. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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