Westchase, Florida
Encyclopedia
Westchase is an unincorporated census-designated place
in Hillsborough County
, Florida
, United States
. The population was 11,116 as of the 2000 census. The Census area is co-extensive with the ZIP code that serves the area (33626). Westchase is also one of the wealthiest areas of Hillsborough County.
. Its boundaries include Oldsmar
to the west, Keystone
to the north, Town 'n' Country
to the south and Citrus Park
to the east. Westchase Golf Course is a major recreational amenity for the community and the course is open to the public also (www.westchasegc.com).Tampa Bay Downs
Horse Racetrack is located on the area's western edge.
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According to the United States Census Bureau
, the community has a total area of 10.8 square miles (28 km²), of which, 10.8 square miles (28 km²) of it is land and 0.1 square mile (0.258998811 km²) of it (0.46%) is water.
of 2000, there were 11,116 people, 4,177 households, and 3,207 families residing in the community. The population density
was 1,034.2 people per square mile (399.2/km²). There were 4,742 housing units at an average density of 441.2/sq mi (170.3/km²). The racial makeup of the community was 86.91% White, 5.06% African American, 0.10% Native American, 4.08% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 2.15% from other races
, and 1.69% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.89% of the population.
There were 4,177 households out of which 41.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.5% were married couples
living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.2% were non-families. 16.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 2.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.04.
In the community the population was spread out with 27.4% under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 43.1% from 25 to 44, 19.6% from 45 to 64, and 5.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.6 males.
The median income for a household in the community was $79,561, and the median income for a family was $88,036. Males had a median income of $55,962 versus $38,300 for females. The per capita income
for the community was $37,630. About 1.7% of families and 2.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.1% of those under age 18 and 2.5% of those age 65 or over.
area are located here.http://blogs.tampabay.com/wingman/2009/06/counting-down-tampa-bays-best-bars-no-40-to-no-21.htmlhttp://www.tbt.com/bars/listing.jsp?ident=14352 West Park Village has a distinct look which was inspired by historic Hyde Park
in South Tampa. The community is made up of condos, townhomes, villages, homes and apartments with varied resident ages. Offered to residents are planned activities such as a Summer Concert Series and nightly specials at the different village restaurants, and an annual pub crawl.http://tampaupperbayrotary.org/westchasepubcrawl.aspx. Westchase ranked as the 26th coolest suburb worth a visit by Travel + Leisure
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Census-designated place
A census-designated place is a concentration of population identified by the United States Census Bureau for statistical purposes. CDPs are delineated for each decennial census as the statistical counterparts of incorporated places such as cities, towns and villages...
in Hillsborough County
Hillsborough County, Florida
As of the census of 2000, there were 998,948 people, 391,357 households, and 255,164 families residing in the county. The population density was 951 people per square mile . There were 425,962 housing units at an average density of 405 per square mile...
, Florida
Florida
Florida is a state in the southeastern United States, located on the nation's Atlantic and Gulf coasts. It is bordered to the west by the Gulf of Mexico, to the north by Alabama and Georgia and to the east by the Atlantic Ocean. With a population of 18,801,310 as measured by the 2010 census, it...
, United States
United States
The United States of America is a federal constitutional republic comprising fifty states and a federal district...
. The population was 11,116 as of the 2000 census. The Census area is co-extensive with the ZIP code that serves the area (33626). Westchase is also one of the wealthiest areas of Hillsborough County.
Description
Westchase is located halfway between Tampa and ClearwaterClearwater, Florida
Clearwater is a city located in Pinellas County, Florida, US, nearly due west of Tampa and northwest of St. Petersburg. In the west of Clearwater lies the Gulf of Mexico and in the east lies Tampa Bay. As of the 2000 census, the city had a total population of 108,787. It is the county seat of...
. Its boundaries include Oldsmar
Oldsmar, Florida
Oldsmar is a city in Pinellas County, Florida, United States. The population was 11,910 at the 2000 census. The U.S. Census Bureau estimates the population to be 13,401 as of 2008....
to the west, Keystone
Keystone, Florida
Keystone is an unincorporated census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. The population was 24,039 at the 2010 census.-Geography:Keystone is located at ....
to the north, Town 'n' Country
Town 'n' Country, Florida
Town 'n' Country is a census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. The population was 78,442 at the 2010 census.Within Town 'n' Country are located Bay Crest Park, Countryway, Rocky Creek, Sweetwater Creek.-History:...
to the south and Citrus Park
Citrus Park, Florida
Citrus Park is an unincorporated census-designated place in Hillsborough County, Florida, United States. The population was 24,252 at the 2010 census.-Geography:Citrus Park is located at , or about nine miles northwest of Tampa...
to the east. Westchase Golf Course is a major recreational amenity for the community and the course is open to the public also (www.westchasegc.com).Tampa Bay Downs
Tampa Bay Downs
Tampa Bay Downs is an American Thoroughbred horse racing facility located in Westchase in Hillsborough County, just outside Tampa, Florida. It opened in 1926 under the name Tampa Downs. The first of many names, the racetrack was well known as Sunshine Park and Florida Downs.-Season:The track races...
Horse Racetrack is located on the area's western edge.
History
Westchase was founded in 1991 with the approval of the County Commissioners of Hillsborough CountyHillsborough County, Florida
As of the census of 2000, there were 998,948 people, 391,357 households, and 255,164 families residing in the county. The population density was 951 people per square mile . There were 425,962 housing units at an average density of 405 per square mile...
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Geography
Westchase is located at 28°3′10"N 82°36′41"W (28.052799, -82.611352) or about 12 miles northwest of TampaTampa, Florida
Tampa is a city in the U.S. state of Florida. It serves as the county seat for Hillsborough County. Tampa is located on the west coast of Florida. The population of Tampa in 2010 was 335,709....
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According to the United States Census Bureau
United States Census Bureau
The United States Census Bureau is the government agency that is responsible for the United States Census. It also gathers other national demographic and economic data...
, the community has a total area of 10.8 square miles (28 km²), of which, 10.8 square miles (28 km²) of it is land and 0.1 square mile (0.258998811 km²) of it (0.46%) is water.
Demographics
As of the censusCensus
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of 2000, there were 11,116 people, 4,177 households, and 3,207 families residing in the community. The population density
Population density
Population density is a measurement of population per unit area or unit volume. It is frequently applied to living organisms, and particularly to humans...
was 1,034.2 people per square mile (399.2/km²). There were 4,742 housing units at an average density of 441.2/sq mi (170.3/km²). The racial makeup of the community was 86.91% White, 5.06% African American, 0.10% Native American, 4.08% Asian, 0.01% Pacific Islander, 2.15% from other races
Race (United States Census)
Race and ethnicity in the United States Census, as defined by the Federal Office of Management and Budget and the United States Census Bureau, are self-identification data items in which residents choose the race or races with which they most closely identify, and indicate whether or not they are...
, and 1.69% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 11.89% of the population.
There were 4,177 households out of which 41.4% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 69.5% were married couples
Marriage
Marriage is a social union or legal contract between people that creates kinship. It is an institution in which interpersonal relationships, usually intimate and sexual, are acknowledged in a variety of ways, depending on the culture or subculture in which it is found...
living together, 5.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 23.2% were non-families. 16.9% of all households were made up of individuals and 2.7% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.66 and the average family size was 3.04.
In the community the population was spread out with 27.4% under the age of 18, 4.4% from 18 to 24, 43.1% from 25 to 44, 19.6% from 45 to 64, and 5.5% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 34 years. For every 100 females there were 96.3 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 94.6 males.
The median income for a household in the community was $79,561, and the median income for a family was $88,036. Males had a median income of $55,962 versus $38,300 for females. The per capita income
Per capita income
Per capita income or income per person is a measure of mean income within an economic aggregate, such as a country or city. It is calculated by taking a measure of all sources of income in the aggregate and dividing it by the total population...
for the community was $37,630. About 1.7% of families and 2.4% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.1% of those under age 18 and 2.5% of those age 65 or over.
The Community
Westchase is organized into 28 neighborhoods...or villages. Some of these villages are organized into even smaller subsections. Each of these villages and their "sub-villages," are represented by a Voting Member and at least one Alternate who are elected annually by the residents of a particular neighborhood. The Voting Member represents the neighborhood homeowners in the Westchase Community Association. Some of the villages also have a website that is maintained by a "village webmaster." Residents are encouraged to participate by attending website committee meetings or providing material to help improve the website to the webmaster.The Neighborhoods
- Abbotsford
- Arlington Park
- Bennington
- Berkeley Square
- Brentford
- Bridges
- Castleford
- Chelmsford
- Classic Townhomes of West Park Village
- Enclave
- Glencliff
- Glenfield
- Greens
- Harbor Links/Estates
- Keswick Forest
- Kingsford
- Radcliffe
- Saville Rowe
- Shires
- West Park Village-Single Family Homes
- Stamford
- Townhomes of West Park Village
- Traditional Townhomes of West Park Village
- Tree Tops
- Village Green
- Villas of West Park Village
- Vineyards
- Woodbay
- Worthington
- Wycliff
West Park Village
Westchase also has a village called West Park, with two town centers. The village has a more vibrant community with people walking to shops, bars, restaurants and village greens.http://www2.tbo.com/content/2008/jul/18/fx-feeders-digest/entertainment/ Some of the most highly-rated bars in the TampaTâmpa
Tâmpa may refer to several villages in Romania:* Tâmpa, a village in Băcia Commune, Hunedoara County* Tâmpa, a village in Miercurea Nirajului, Mureş County* Tâmpa, a mountain in Braşov city...
area are located here.http://blogs.tampabay.com/wingman/2009/06/counting-down-tampa-bays-best-bars-no-40-to-no-21.htmlhttp://www.tbt.com/bars/listing.jsp?ident=14352 West Park Village has a distinct look which was inspired by historic Hyde Park
Hyde Park, Tampa, Florida
Hyde Park is an historic neighborhood and district located within the city limits of Tampa. The ZIP code for the district is 33606.-Description:Hyde Park is located adjacent to the University of Tampa and Downtown...
in South Tampa. The community is made up of condos, townhomes, villages, homes and apartments with varied resident ages. Offered to residents are planned activities such as a Summer Concert Series and nightly specials at the different village restaurants, and an annual pub crawl.http://tampaupperbayrotary.org/westchasepubcrawl.aspx. Westchase ranked as the 26th coolest suburb worth a visit by Travel + Leisure
Travel + Leisure
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See also
- Carrollwood
- Hyde ParkHyde Park, Tampa, FloridaHyde Park is an historic neighborhood and district located within the city limits of Tampa. The ZIP code for the district is 33606.-Description:Hyde Park is located adjacent to the University of Tampa and Downtown...
- New TampaNew TampaNew Tampa is an area in Florida that encompasses both a area within the corporate limits of the City of Tampa, as well as a larger land area that is in unincorporated Hillsborough, but retains a Tampa mailing address. The incorporated portion of "New Tampa" that lies within the city limits of...
- Tampa Palms