17th Police District

17th Police District is a division of the Philadelphia Police Department serving portions of South Philadelphia, including Pennsport, Whitman, and the core Italian Market area. The district headquarters is located at 20th and Federal Streets.

Coverage Area

The 17th Police District covers:

• Pennsport
• Whitman
• Passyunk Square
• Italian Market area
• Core South Philadelphia

History

The 17th Police District covers the heart of traditional South Philadelphia, including historic neighborhoods that have been home to generations of Italian, Irish, and other immigrant families. The district maintains strong ties to the community through longtime neighborhood associations.

Community Programs

The district participates in:

• Town watch programs
• Community meetings
• Italian Market security coordination
• Neighborhood festivals support

See Also

• Philadelphia Police Department
• South Philadelphia
• Italian Market
• Pennsport