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Upper-Darby
Eden Index
Climate
9.7
•
Recreation
6.0
•
Community
2.5
•
Safeguard
6.6/10
Upper Darby is a suburban township located in Delaware County, Pennsylvania, just west of Philadelphia. The climate in Upper Darby is classified as humid subtropical, with hot summers and cold winters. Summers are typically warm and humid, with average temperatures reaching the mid-80s Fahrenheit. Winters are cold, with average temperatures in the mid-30s to mid-40s.
The area is characterized by several hydrology constituents, including the Darby Creek and Cobbs Creek, which flow through parts of Upper Darby. These waterways offer picturesque natural landscapes, with opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. The township also has various parks, such as Kent Park and Beverly Hills Park, where visitors can enjoy activities like hiking, picnicking, and sports.
Additionally, Upper Darby is home to the Upper Darby Performing Arts Center, a renowned cultural institution that hosts concerts, theater performances, and other artistic events. The township's close proximity to Philadelphia provides residents and visitors with easy access to a wide range of outdoor recreation opportunities, including exploring the city's numerous parks, gardens, and historical sites.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 9.7
Upper-Darby receives approximately
1177mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 76%
and air temperatures averaging around
13°C.
Upper-Darby has a plant hardyness factor of
7, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive during the non-winter months.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Lower Delaware
Area Rivers
Lower Delaware
Snowpack Depths
Lower Delaware
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Lower Delaware
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 6.0
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Towhee County Park | None | 509 ft | |||
| Parvin State Park | 55 | 72 ft | |||
| Tohickon Valley County Park | 22 | 377 ft | |||
| Dover AFB Military | None | 25 ft | |||
| Tinicum County Park | None | 120 ft |
Nearby Ski Areas
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 2.5
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.