Explore Norwood, Pennsylvania, with this interactive street and satellite map.
| City | Norwood |
| State | Pennsylvania (PA) |
| County | Delaware County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Eastern Time (America/New_York) |
| Latitude | 39.891779 |
| Longitude | -75.299631 |
| Population | 5,943 |
| Density | 2949.4 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 19074 |
| Area Code | 215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878 |
| County Seat | Media |
| School District | Interboro School District |
Norwood occupies a modest stretch of land defined by the quiet persistence of the Muckinipattis Creek as it winds through the suburban landscape. It lies 2.8 miles southwest of Darby, PA (from Darby, PA: bearing 229°T), and is situated 8.3 miles west-southwest of Philadelphia. The terrain surrounding Norwood displays the subtle, worn-down character of an ancient inland geography, far removed from the shifting edges of the continent. While the Appalachian Mountains remain a distant silhouette on the horizon, the immediate environment is shaped by the gentle contours of the local drainage basin. Residents often gather at the Harrison Avenue Playground, a space that anchors the neighborhood and provides a necessary clearing in the dense grid of residential homes. The air here holds a steady, grounded quality, particularly as the shadows grow long across the sidewalks during the late afternoon.
Norwood emerged from the expansion of regional rail lines that once pulled small clusters of industry into the orbit of larger metropolitan growth. The local economy evolved alongside these connections, shifting from early agricultural roots toward a balance of service-oriented commerce and trade. Factories and workshops once punctuated the rhythm of the work week, leaving behind a legacy of brick-built structures that speak to a pragmatic, industrious past. Even as the nature of labor has changed, the borough maintains a focus on self-reliance and civic maintenance that keeps the infrastructure functioning with quiet efficiency. The history of the region is etched into the very layout of the streets, reflecting a time when transit and proximity determined the prosperity of every household.
The cultural character of Norwood is defined by a sense of neighborly familiarity and the steady, unpretentious pace of daily life. Residents find communal connection through local events that mark the calendar, fostering a spirit of stability that persists through the changing seasons. The proximity of Ridley Park Lake offers a quiet destination for those seeking a moment of stillness away from the transit corridors. While the Falls of Schuylkill draw visitors to witness the rushing water further afield, the people of Norwood find their own beauty in the simple, tree-lined avenues of the residential blocks. Famous figures such as the actor and musician Todd Rundgren have roots in this broader corner of the state, lending a quiet prestige to the local identity. Life in Norwood remains anchored by these connections, balancing a respect for the past with the practical needs of the present.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Norwood, Pennsylvania. Coordinates: 39.891779, -75.299631. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Norwood includes the ZIP code (19074), telephone area code (215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878), county seat of Delaware County (Media), and school district assignment (Interboro School District).
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | August 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |