The first definition of “Community” in the Merriam Webster Dictionary is a unified body of individuals. This is a good description of Upper Darby Township because we are a diverse group of people, choosing to live together, in a unified manner, caring for each other and the space that we occupy in the community. We have many neighborhoods, such as Bywood, Stonehurst, Kirklyn, Aronomink, Drexel Hill, etc. but we are all one in Upper Darby.
International Festival 
Historic Districts 
Neighborhoods 
Family Fun 
Schools 
Small Businesses 
Greenhorn Garden Market 
Summer Stage 
Performing Arts 
International Festival 
Mural, 69th Street 
Famous Tower Theater 
Art Deco Treasures.
The McClatchy building sits next to the former 69th Street Title & Trust, both located within “J. H. McClatchy Place” as indicated on a 1929 Atlas of Delaware County.
A two-story stained glass window is visible inside H&M. The window was made by D’Ascenzo studios in Philadelphia, who coincindentally, also designed windows for the Horn and Hardart Restaurant chain.
In our varied communities, there are some common aspects that unite us:
Safety
Cleanliness
Thriving economies
Places to recreate
Sufficient good housing
Great Schools
Pride in heritage
Good transportation
Access to medical care
Walkability
As part of the UD CCED mission, we are determined to seek ways to bring the diverse elements of our community together for the common good and identify and eliminate any impediments to celebrating our differences.
We will share with the community and promote positive aspects of Upper Darby so that we can value our assets and take pride in our community. We will work with other organizations, the township government, businesses and individuals to determine our areas for growth and improvement and will enthusiastically help to turn these into points of pride as well. Guided by the Upper Darby Township 2018 Comprehensive Plan, we look to supporting the attainment of the common aspects mentioned above.
Points of Pride
Arts in Upper Darby: Upper Darby is noted for its Performing Arts Center and the celebrities that have come from the Township. In addition to performing arts, our schools have award winning music programs and many musical groups have grown out of these programs. We have a thriving community of fine artists and a number of art centers and galleries.
Wellness and Fitness Centers:
- Upper Darby Swim Program
- Lansdowne Community YMCA
- Gyms (link to list)
- Yoga studios (Link to List)
- Martial Arts (Link to list)
Neighborhood Associations: Neighborhoods are strong when they work together for the common good. Many communities in Upper Darby have neighborhood associations that join forces to solve their community problems and promote their community assets. Here is a listing of Neighborhood Associations in Upper Darby. If you cannot find one listed for your neighborhood, here is a resource for starting one! Let us know how we can help you. Starting a Neighborhood Association Guide
- Bywood Community Association
- Kirklyn Community Association
- Aronomink Community Association
- Drexel Park Community Association
Cultural Centers: Upper Darby Township is a diverse, multicultural community. Over 80 languages are spoken in the township and the varied ethnic backgrounds of our residents provide a wealth of opportunities to learn about the culture of our neighbors. We take pride in our annual International Festival where we celebrate this rich diversity. We take pride in the recent enactment of the Juneteenth Resolution and look forward to celebrating this holiday as well as the history that it represents.
Multicultural Center
Welcome Center
Irish Center
H-Mart
Social Services/Supports
- Food Banks
- Homeless Shelters
- Service Organizations
- Men of Action, Brothers of Faith
- UD Community Outreach Corporation
- Fruits of the Family Table
- Taylor Made Vets
- Opioid Hotline
- Weed and Seed Program