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From industrial community to quiet suburb
Formerly a hub of iron and cement industry, Coplay is a borough rich in history and active community organizations above the Lehigh River. “We’re a quiet borough with a couple of mom and pop stores and local sports leagues,” says Tiffany Benson, Coplay’s borough secretary who has lived in the area for nine years. “It’s a small, connected community.” Within 6 miles of Allentown and the Lehigh Valley International Airport, Coplay enjoys a pocket of homey suburbia without losing access to the broader region.
Dense riverside streets and midcentury suburbs
Extensive sidewalks connect Coplay’s residential blocks from the old industrial town areas closest to the river to the grassy midcentury suburbs further inland. Rowhouses, twin homes and detached Colonial Revival two-stories built close together in the late 1800s through early 1900s sell for $90,000 to $290,000, while familiar midcentury suburban forms like ranch-style houses and Cape Cods spread across larger lawns for $215,000 to $350,000. Residents in homes without attached garages typically need to street-park or store cars in garages on alleys between main streets.
Route 145 and LANTA commutes
Route 145 is about a mile west of Coplay, connecting locals to retail centers like Whitehall Mall within 3 miles and downtown Allentown within 6 miles. LANTA bus stops line Second Street and Chestnut Street, providing public transit options for commuters. Lehigh Valley International Airport is 6 miles east across the Lehigh River.
Mom and pops off Second and Chestnut streets
Locally owned specialty shops in small storefronts between homes on Second and Chestnut streets make up much of the commercial life in Coplay, like Tony’s Hobby Shop which has been family owned and operated since 1947 and Coplay News Agency, a convenience store that also sells fishing supplies. GIANT provides groceries and essentials across the street from Samuel Owens Restaurant & Bar, a favorite for casual diner fare and weekend breakfasts. For Thai cuisine, residents can sit down at Thai Diner, or find a new favorite dish at Coplay Eatery which opened in 2021.
Community parks and Ironton Rail-Trail
Kids can run around the tree-shaded playground at Saylor Park and down the hill to a cluster of preserved brick cement kilns, and the ball diamonds at Coplay Sports Field Complex host Coplay’s youth ball league games. The Ironton Rail-Trail runs through Saylor Park and along the Lehigh River, connecting locals to miles of paved biking and walking trails interspersed with historic markers between Coplay and North Whitehall.
Attending Whitehall-Coplay School District
Students attend kindergarten through first grade at Gockley Elementary School which earns a B on Niche, second through third grade at Steckel Elementary which earns a B-minus, fourth through fifth grade at Zephyr Elementary School which earns a B-minus, sixth through eighth grade at Whitehall-Coplay Middle School which earns a C-plus and ninth through 12th grade at Whitehall High School which earns a B-minus. The district’s schools all sit on a large campus 2 miles south of Coplay.
Coplay newsletter events
“Our assistant secretary puts out a newsletter every month to update people on community events,” Benson says. Food pantries, bake sales and art markets frequently take place at the Coplay Library, borough building, and several local churches, and seasonal celebrations like egg hunts mark holidays throughout the year. Residents can also find information about upcoming meetings for community groups like the Garden Club and Borough Council in their newsletter to stay informed about ongoing projects and development.
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Parks in this Area
Coplay Pavillion
Picnic Area
Playground
Canal Street Park
Trails
Playground
River
Saylor Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Northampton Canal Park Trail
Bike Trails
Trails
Hiking
Gorilla Park
Basketball
Tennis
Playground
Stiles Park
Transit
Airport
Lehigh Valley International
14 min drive
Bus
Ruch & Poplar
Bus
2nd & Coplay Nb
Bus
2nd & Center Sb
Bus
Chestnut & 11th Wb - Coplay
Bus
Ruch & Chestnut
Bus
Chestnut & 5th Wb - Coplay
Bus
Chestnut & 9th Wb - Coplay
Reviews
Niche Reviews
4.33 Reviews
5.0Current Resident
6/23/2017Niche Review
It is a small town where not much goes on. I feel safe walking alone at all times whether it be morning or night. There are many familiar faces. The Ironton Rail Trail is a great addition to the small town.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Coplay
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Coplay, PA sell after 14 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Coplay, PA over the last 12 months is $264,231, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,230
Median Age
43
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,052
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,822
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
18.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
48''
Average Winter Low Temperature
22°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
21''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
66/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
60/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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