Northwood Pennsylvania Map

About Northwood, Pennsylvania

Northwood is a locality in Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, United States. Northwood is located at 40.0201°N, 75.0960°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. ZIP code: 16686.

Northwood unfolds as a verdant expanse where the rolling terrain of Philadelphia County gently slopes, giving way to pockets of mature woodlands that whisper with the passage of seasons. It lies 3.6 miles north-west of Morris, NJ (from Morris, NJ: bearing 310°T), and is situated 5.9 miles north-east of Philadelphia. Streams, like silver threads, weave through the landscape, their banks softened by a tapestry of ferns and mosses, their waters reflecting the dappled sunlight that filters through the canopy. The air here carries a distinct clarity, a blend of damp earth and the subtle perfume of flowering dogwoods in spring, or the crisp, invigorating scent of fallen leaves in autumn. Homes, often set back from the quiet streets, peek from behind established trees, their architecture hinting at a history of thoughtful development rather than hasty expansion, giving Northwood a character of enduring, comfortable permanence. The history of Northwood is intrinsically tied to the agricultural roots of this region, with land grants and early settlements shaping its initial contours before the advent of more modern development. While once dotted with farms, its economy has largely shifted, embracing the convenience of its proximity to larger urban centers while retaining a distinct identity. The local character is one of quiet industry and community life, where neighbors still greet each other on the street and local businesses, though fewer than in times past, serve as reliable hubs. Occasionally, the glint of a weathered stone foundation, peeking from beneath overgrown ivy, offers a fleeting glimpse into earlier eras, a silent reminder of the generations that have called Northwood home.

About This Northwood Map Page

This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Northwood, Pennsylvania — switch between views using the small square in the bottom left-hand corner of the map. Coordinates: 40.020112, -75.096008. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service, with current observations and a 7-day forecast also powered by Open-Meteo. Real-time local news and world news feeds keep the page current, while a Wikipedia summary or an editorially written description provides background on Northwood and Philadelphia County.

Detailed location data for Northwood includes the ZIP code (19124), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Philadelphia County (Philadelphia), and school district assignment (Tyrone Area School District). These are among the most commonly searched location details for any US city or town.

Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity — ensuring the correct Northwood is identified even where the name is shared across multiple counties or states. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.