7th Police District Advisory Council

The 7th Police District is one of four Districts in the Northeast Police Division. Our eastern boundary is Roosevelt Boulevard, the western boundary is Pine Road, the southern boundary is Rhawn Street and the northern boundary is County Line Road.

The District encompasses an area of approximately 13.55 square miles, which makes it the second largest in the city. The district has been its present size since the creation of the 8th Police District in 1980. The district is predominately comprised of residential homes. There are approximately 84,500 people living in the District. The racial composition of the district is 95% white, while the remainder of the populace is distributed among other various ethnic groups (African American, Asians and Latino). During the past several years, there has been a large influx of Soviet Immigrants settling in the district. In 2007, there were 45,383 calls for service handled by the 7th District officers.

There are: 24 churches and/or synagogues, 12 elementary and 6 high schools, 41

commercial zones, 5 recreation centers, 6 Town Watch groups and 4 Civic Associations. Pennypack Park encompasses 1,600 acres inside the city, much of which is located within the 7th District. The postal zone numbers within the district are 19111,19115,19116 and 19152.

The Captain is the Commanding Officer of the District. Assigned personnel consists of approximately 109 sworn officers including Lieutenants, Sergeants, Corporals and Police Officers. The Crime Prevention Officer, Community Relations Officer and Victim Assistance Officer make up the foundation of the District's Community Policing Team.

The mission of the Officers of the 7th District is to work in a true partnership with the community and to enhance the quality of life in the district. In accomplishing these goals; Service will be our commitment, Honor and Integrity our mandate.

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