Living in the Wedge | South Wedge Planning Committee

South Wedge By the Numbers

The South Wedge is home to an estimated 4,148 people.

The neighborhood has 2,702 housing units with the majority being rented and a median income slightly higher than the city average.

The South Wedge is serviced by 3 main bus routes at 30-minute intervals, with nearly half of residents using carpools, walking, biking, or public transit to get to work.

Our neighborhood is home to 2 preservation districts and has easy access to both downtown and the greenspace of Highland Park.

U.S. Census Bureau. "Selected Social Characteristics in the United States." American Community Survey, ACS 5-Year Estimates Data Profiles, Census tracks 32, 34

household income map showing the southe wedge median income is $39,033 — City of Rochester Comprehensive Access and Mobility Plan, 2020

map of buses per weekday showing the south wedge has two very active bus routes — City of Rochester Comprehensive Access and Mobility Plan, 2020

Groups

The South Wedge is home to two business associations: the Business Association of the South Wedge Area (BASWA) and the South Clinton Merchants Association.

For neighbors living on Hickory Street, the Hickory Nuts Block Club is open to you for membership. Likewise, those living on Linden Street can join the Linden Street Block Club.

Parks

The South Wedge has multiple green spaces and outdoor recreation areas easily accessible to all corners of the wedge. Only a short distance from Highland Park, the Wedge itself is home to Marie Daley Park at its center. In the South Avenue business corridor, neighbors can enjoy a picnic in Star Alley. Skateboarders can enjoy access to the Roc City Skate Park, and both hikers and bikers will find access to the Genesee Riverway Trail.

Health

The South Wedge is home to an urgent care, outpatient clinics, and private clinicians for residents of all income levels. Residents are also in close proximity to Highland Hospital.

Creativity

The South Wedge is home to many small gallery spaces nested inside of our local businesses. We are also home to both craft and books stores and multiple event spaces for dancing.

Whether you want to crochet with friends at Little Button, Lindy Hop at The Rose Room, or check out local artwork while grabbing your morning coffee, the South Wedge has the creative space for you!