Where is Glasgow, Delaware, USA?

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Where is Glasgow Located? - Glasgow is a city located in the Barren County of Delaware, United States. Glasgow lies between 28.9005 Degrees North latitudes and 81.2637 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Glasgow, Delaware

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Where is Glasgow?: The Google Map showing the location of Glasgow in the U.S. state of Delaware.

Where is Glasgow Located?

Glasgow is a city located in the Barren County of Delaware, United States. Glasgow lies between 28.9005 Degrees North latitudes and 81.2637 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Glasgow city is 15288 people and the city has a total area of 9.93 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Glasgow, Delaware Quick Facts

PropertyInformation
CityGlasgow (Census-Designated Place)
CountyNew Castle County
StateDelaware
State CapitalDover
US RegionNortheastern United States
Latitude39.6029°N
Longitude75.7452°W
Elevation72 ft (22 m)
Land Area9.19 sq mi
Water Area0.04 sq mi
Total Area9.23 sq mi
Population (latest Census year)14,511 (Census 2020)
Population Density (per sq mi)Approximately 1,579
ZIP Codes19702
Area Code302
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code10-29400
Congressional DistrictDelaware At-Large Congressional District

Nearby Cities to Glasgow, Delaware

  • Newark, Delaware — 7 mi Northwest
  • Bear, Delaware — 5 mi Southwest
  • Elsmere, Delaware — 15 mi North
  • Wilmington, Delaware — 18 mi North
  • Middletown, Delaware — 18 mi South
  • New Castle, Delaware — 15 mi Northeast
  • Hockessin, Delaware — 18 mi Northwest
  • Elkton, Maryland — 12 mi West
  • Chesapeake City, Maryland — 18 mi Southwest
  • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — 45 mi Northeast

Driving Distances from Glasgow, Delaware

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
BearDelaware510 minutes
NewarkDelaware715 minutes
ElktonMaryland1220 minutes
New CastleDelaware1525 minutes
ElsmereDelaware1525 minutes
WilmingtonDelaware1830 minutes
MiddletownDelaware1830 minutes
HockessinDelaware1835 minutes
Chesapeake CityMaryland1835 minutes
PhiladelphiaPennsylvania451 hour

Transportation and Connectivity in Glasgow, Delaware

TransportationDetails
Airport NameWilmington Airport
IATA CodeILG
PortPort of Wilmington
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 40, Delaware Route 896, Interstate 95 (nearby), Delaware Route 72
Train/Amtrak ServiceNearest Amtrak service at Wilmington Station
Local Bus/Transit ServiceDART First State bus service
  • U.S. Route 40 - Major east-west highway connecting Glasgow with Bear, Elkton, and regional communities.
  • Delaware Route 896 - Important north-south route linking Glasgow with Newark and southern New Castle County.
  • Interstate 95 - Major East Coast interstate providing access to Wilmington, Philadelphia, and Baltimore.
  • Delaware Route 72 - Local highway connecting communities in northern Delaware.

What are top Places to Visit in Glasgow, Delaware

Landmark NameType
Glasgow ParkPark
Lums Pond State ParkState Park
Glasgow Regional ParkRecreation Area
Iron Hill MuseumMuseum
University of Delaware Botanic GardensGarden
White Clay Creek State ParkState Park
Iron Hill ParkPark
Newark ReservoirNatural Attraction
Christiana MallShopping Center
Old New Castle Historic DistrictHistoric District

Colleges and Universities in Glasgow, Delaware

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of DelawarePublicUniversityResearch, engineering, and education programs
Delaware Technical Community College - Stanton CampusPublicCommunity CollegeTechnical and career education
Wilmington UniversityPrivateUniversityProfessional and adult education programs
Goldey-Beacom CollegePrivateUniversityBusiness and graduate programs
Christina School DistrictPublicK–12 DistrictPublic education services

Waterbodies in Glasgow, Delaware

Christina River, White Clay Creek, Pike Creek, Lums Pond, Newark Reservoir, Delaware River, C&D Canal, Elk River

Golf Courses in Glasgow, Delaware

Back Creek Golf Club, Newark Country Club, White Clay Creek Country Club, Deerfield Golf Club, Delcastle Golf Course, Cavaliers Country Club

Glasgow, Delaware — Key Historical Facts

  • Glasgow developed from a rural farming community in New Castle County and was named after Glasgow, Scotland.
  • The area grew as transportation routes improved, connecting local farms and businesses with nearby towns such as Newark and Wilmington.
  • Glasgow became a growing suburban community during the late twentieth century as development expanded in northern Delaware.
  • The community's location near major highways helped support residential growth and regional connectivity.
  • Today, Glasgow is known for its parks, suburban neighborhoods, shopping areas, and proximity to major Delaware employment centers.

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