Fishtown

Most long-time residents trace their ancestry to Irish, German, and Polish Catholic immigrants.

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MLS® PAPH2421106

$7,000,000

2001-5 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
25,225 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® PAPH2432498

$4,695,000

1828 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
10,600 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® PAPH2381336

$3,500,000

1345 E Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
4 Beds 6 Baths 17,500 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® PAPH2376326

$3,500,000

1345 E Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
17,500 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® PAPH2381902

$3,500,000

1345 E Susquehanna Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
4 Beds 17,500 Sq.Ft.
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MLS® PAPH2423012

$3,000,000

2001-5 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
9,120 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Fishtown

 

History

Fishtown is a neighborhood in Philadelphia located immediately northeast of Center City. The name “Fishtown” is derived from the area’s former role as the center of the shad fishing industry on the Delaware River. The name comes from the fact that several 18th and early 19th-century German and German-American families bought up the fishing rights on both sides of the Delaware River from Trenton Falls down to Cape May, New Jersey.
 
The area was originally inhabited by members of the Turtle Clan of the Lenni Lenape Indian tribe (whom the Europeans named the Delaware Indian Tribe). The first European settlers were a group of six Swedish farming families, later replaced by British landed gentry, then British shipbuilders, and German fishermen.
 
The neighborhood has been working class for centuries. While poverty grew after jobs were left in the deindustrialization that afflicted many “rust belt” cities, Fishtown’s workers continued to maintain a stable working-class community. Most long-time residents trace their ancestry to Irish, German, and Polish Catholic immigrants.
 
In recent years Fishtown has experienced gentrification characterized by significant rises in housing prices and the opening of upscale art, entertainment, and dining establishments. An influx of artists and professionals has joined the ranks of police officers, firefighters, nurses, carpenters, electricians, stonemasons, plumbers, sheet-metal workers, and teamsters. (From Wikipedia)
 
Fishtown is home to many well-known bars and restaurants. The more well-known bars and restaurants include Fette Sau, Frankford Hall, Pickled Heron, Pizza Brain, Pizzeria Beddia, Loco Pez, Barcade, The Barbary, M Room, East Girard Gastropub, Memphis Taproom, Sketch, Interstate Draft House, Lloyd, Cedar Point Bar and Kitchen, The Rocket Cat Cafe,  Kraftwork, Johnny Brenda’s and Ida Maes Bruncherie.

 

Boundaries

The neighborhood is a triangle, bordered by the Delaware River, Frankford Avenue, and York Street.

 
  • Zip Code: 19125
 

What To See / Do

 

More Information

 

Schools

  • Adaire Alexander School

  • Penn Treaty Middle School

  • St. Laurentius School

  • Kensington High School For The Creative and Performing Arts
 

Public Transportation

Overview for Fishtown, PA

13,418 people live in Fishtown, where the median age is 35 and the average individual income is $55,680. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,418

Total Population

35 years

Median Age

High

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

$55,680

Average individual Income

Around Fishtown, PA

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

93
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
96
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score
66
Good Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Tres Fiori, Molto Bene Ravioli, and Wilson's Beverages.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Tres Fiori Logo
Dining 1.71 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Molto Bene Ravioli Logo
Dining 0.71 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Wilson's Beverages Logo
Dining 4.8 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Cactus Collective Logo
Shopping 2.41 miles 6 reviews 5/5 stars
Feet First Team Building Logo
Active 2.72 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
Little City Activity Center Logo
Active 0.85 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Fishtown, PA

Population Households Employment

Fishtown has 6,219 households, with an average household size of 2. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Fishtown do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 13,418 people call Fishtown home. The population density is 29,870.338 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

13,418

Total Population

High

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

35

Median Age

50.07 / 49.93%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

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
6,219

Total Households

2

Average Household Size

$55,680

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
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Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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Commute Time

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

Schools in Fishtown, PA

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The following schools are within or nearby Fishtown. 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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