Beechview (Pittsburgh)
Beechview | |
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Canton Avenue, the steepest street in the country, in Beechview | |
| Coordinates: 40°24′49″N 80°01′21″W / 40.413687°N 80.022433°W | |
| Country | United States |
| State | Pennsylvania |
| County | Allegheny County |
| City | Pittsburgh |
| Incorporated | 28 July 1905 |
| Named after | Fagus grandifolia (American Beech) |
| Area | |
• Total | 1.46 sq mi (3.8 km2) |
| Population (2020) | |
• Total | 7,596 |
| • Density | 5,200/sq mi (2,000/km2) |
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Beechview is a neighborhood in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania's southwestern side. It has a zip code of 15216, and has representation on Pittsburgh City Council by both the council member for District 4 (South Neighborhoods) and for District 2 (West Neighborhoods). Beechview was founded in 1905 after the introduction of a comprehensive light rail transit system. It was named for the large amount of American Beech Trees in the area. It is Pittsburgh Fire Bureau Zone 4-10 and houses Engine Company #28. It is located in Zone 6 for Pittsburgh Police. While Beechview took an economic downturn in the late 20th century, its proximity to downtown Pittsburgh, convenient access to light rail transit, sweeping vistas and new businesses have allowed Beechview to stabilize economically.
| Year | Pop. | ±% |
|---|---|---|
| 1940 | 10,853 | — |
| 1950 | 11,994 | +10.5% |
| 1960 | 14,032 | +17.0% |
| 1970 | 14,360 | +2.3% |
| 1980 | 11,911 | −17.1% |
| 1990 | 9,311 | −21.8% |
| 2000 | 8,772 | −5.8% |
| 2010 | 7,974 | −9.1% |
| 2020 | 7,596 | −4.7% |
Source: University of Pittsburgh | ||