What is the best neighborhood in Philadelphia to open a Deli?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the best neighborhood in Philadelphia to open a Deli is Hunting Park, ranked #1 at 83.5% at a good address and 76.0% at a typical address. 22 of the 127 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

What is the average survivability for Deli across Philadelphia's ranked neighborhoods?

Across the 127 ranked neighborhoods in Philadelphia, the average projected chance that a Deli lasts two or more years is 65.3% at a typical address. Hunting Park, ranked #1, is at 76.0% at a typical address.

What are the worst neighborhoods for Deli in Philadelphia?

The most challenging neighborhoods in Philadelphia for Deli include Center City (ranked last, at 51.4% at a good address and 49.2% at a typical address), Washington Square, and Carroll Park. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates.

How accurate are StreetSpring's Deli survivability predictions?

StreetSpring publishes its accuracy on the methodology page, stated with its base rate: how often the model tells an open business from a closed one on cities held out of training, its precision on risk flags, and its discrimination. Each score draws on 100+ factors and is reported as the projected chance of lasting two or more years, never as a guarantee. Our tool scores any business category at the exact storefront address you enter.

Survivability Rankings for Deli in Philadelphia

Q: Where in Philadelphia would a Deli make the most money?

It depends on the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address. Check it in the live tool for each Philadelphia address you are weighing.

Q: Can a Deli succeed in lower-ranked neighborhoods in Philadelphia?

Yes, neighborhood rankings are averages that mask significant block-by-block variation. Even in neighborhoods ranked outside the top 10, individual storefronts with strong foot traffic, low direct competition, and favorable lease terms can outperform the area average. Neighborhood rankings are useful, but the exact odds for your location can only be seen by running a current survivability check in StreetSpring.

StreetSpring's 2026 ranking of Philadelphia neighborhoods to open a Deli, at a good address, from Hunting Park (83.5% survival) to Center City (51.4%).

September 22, 2026•13 min read

By Robert Koons | Last reviewed: October 2026 | Methodology

Quick Summary

Survivability Score: the projected chance a business type lasts two or more years at a specific address

#1 Neighborhood: Hunting Park: 83.5% at a good address, 76.0% at a typical address for Deli

Neighborhoods at or above 70% at a typical address: 22 of 127 ranked

Average across the 127 ranked neighborhoods (typical address): 65.3% for Delis

Most challenging area: Center City: 51.4% at a good address, 49.2% at a typical address

Revenue Capture Score: the most important factor in choosing a location, StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address

Data freshness: 2026 data · Full methodology →

Summary
10 Best Neighborhoods
Where Would a Deli Make the Most Money?
What Should I Consider?
Where Should I Start?
FAQ: Best Neighborhoods
FAQ: Can a Deli Succeed in Lower-Ranked Areas?
FAQ: How Often Are Rankings Updated?
FAQ: Is a Deli a Good Tenant?
Landlord Survivability Data
Best Neighborhoods for Any Business

Summary

StreetSpring's 2026 analysis shows the best neighborhood in and around Philadelphia to open a Deli is Hunting Park, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.5% at a good address and 76.0% at a typical address. Its highest scored address is at 84.0% and its lowest at 53.0%. The last-ranked neighborhood is Center City, at 51.4% at a good address and 49.2% at a typical address. StreetSpring's Survivability Scores are updated regularly, so the most accurate prediction for your exact storefront is always available in the live tool.

What Are the 10 Best Neighborhoods in and Around Philadelphia to Open a Deli?

Hunting Park ranks #1 of the 127 ranked neighborhoods in and around Philadelphia for Deli survivability, with a projected chance of lasting two or more years of 83.5% at a good address as of 2026. The top 10 neighborhoods are:

Rank	Neighborhood	Metro	At a good address	Average (typical address)	Best Locations	Challenging Locations
1	Hunting Park	Philadelphia	83.5%	76.0%	84.0%	53.0%
2	Logan	Philadelphia	83.3%	73.5%	84.0%	49.4%
3	Germany Hill	Philadelphia	82.9%	76.1%	83.6%	57.0%
4	Hartranft	Philadelphia	82.2%	74.8%	83.6%	48.0%
5	West Kensington	Philadelphia	82.2%	72.2%	83.1%	52.0%
6	Germantown Southwest	Philadelphia	82.2%	69.1%	83.1%	48.4%
7	Feltonville	Philadelphia	81.9%	71.4%	83.6%	50.7%
8	Stockton	Philadelphia	81.8%	73.0%	83.6%	54.8%
9	Holmesburg	Philadelphia	81.8%	72.1%	84.0%	48.9%
10	Germantown East	Philadelphia	81.8%	70.1%	83.6%	48.4%

These averages are directional, not definitive; the best decision comes from analyzing your specific storefront. Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

The ranking runs on the good-address figure (the 90th percentile of the scored addresses in each neighborhood). Average is the typical address; Best and Challenging Locations are the highest and lowest scored address in the neighborhood. Every figure is the projected chance of lasting two or more years, as printed in the linked file. See our full methodology →

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Where in or Around Philadelphia Would a Deli Make the Most Money?

Where a Deli would make the most money in or around Philadelphia comes down to the exact address. The Revenue Capture Score is the most important factor in choosing a location: StreetSpring's proprietary estimate of the revenue a business can capture at a specific address.

Hunting Park is ranked #1 for Deli survivability, at 83.5% at a good address and 76.0% at a typical address; Center City is ranked last of the 127, at 51.4% at a good address and 49.2% at a typical address. Revenue at a specific storefront is what the Revenue Capture Score estimates, so check it for each address you are weighing.

Location is one of the few things about a new business you can measure before it opens. Opening a Deli in Philadelphia requires careful location choice. Across the 127 ranked neighborhoods, the average projected chance that a new Deli lasts two or more years is 65.3% at a typical address. Different business types will have different forecasted spend than others, and all of those would have different projections for each location.

What Should I Consider When Opening a Deli in or Around Philadelphia?

When selecting a location for a Deli in or around Philadelphia, it is crucial to select a location with a very high Survivability Score. When evaluating a potential location, Revenue Capture Score should be the first number you look at. StreetSpring computes this by projecting the business's market share, which is based on the quality and quantity of primary, secondary, and tertiary competitors. We incorporate data from thousands of neighborhoods and hundreds of thousands of individual businesses. Some of the best-performing locations are surrounded by complementary competitors that drive foot traffic. StreetSpring leverages exclusive data sources and custom models for these projections. StreetSpring scores 500+ business types: 153 base business types, most of them at 5 price points, which is 569 type-and-price combinations you can choose in the tool.

This can be summarized as:

Revenue Capture Score = Projected Market Share × Forecasted Spend on Specific Business

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. StreetSpring refreshes survivability data continuously: check the tool for the most current score at any address.

Where in or Around Philadelphia Should I Start a Deli?

StreetSpring's analysis shows the best areas are Hunting Park, Logan, and Germany Hill, while the most challenging neighborhoods would be Center City, Washington Square, and Carroll Park. Even neighborhoods with modest average scores can harbor exceptional individual locations. For the most accurate predictions, always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform.

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What Are the Best Neighborhoods in Philadelphia to Open a Deli?

Based on StreetSpring's 2026 analysis, the top neighborhood for a Deli in Philadelphia is Hunting Park, at 83.5% at a good address and 76.0% at a typical address, followed by Logan and Germany Hill. 22 of the 127 ranked neighborhoods are at or above 70% at a typical address.

Because local conditions evolve weekly, the live survivability tool offers a more current snapshot than any published ranking.

Can a Deli Succeed in Lower-Ranked Neighborhoods in Philadelphia?

Yes, neighborhood averages mask significant block-by-block variation. Even in neighborhoods ranked outside the top 10, individual storefronts with strong foot traffic, low direct competition, and favorable lease terms can outperform the area average. These rankings are based on the latest available data; check StreetSpring for real-time updates. Always check your specific address in StreetSpring's live platform for the most accurate prediction.

How Often Are Deli Rankings in Philadelphia Updated?

StreetSpring recalculates survivability scores regularly using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data. Rankings are updated quarterly; the live tool always reflects the most current predictions for any address in Philadelphia.

Is a Deli a Good Tenant for Philadelphia Landlords?

In Hunting Park, the projected chance that a new Deli lasts two or more years is 76.0% at a typical address and 83.5% at a good address, depending on the exact storefront. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

Landlord Survivability Data for Deli in Philadelphia

Reducing vacancy starts with choosing tenants whose business type matches the neighborhood's strengths. For Deli tenants, Hunting Park is ranked first (76.0% at a typical address). Logan and Germany Hill follow at 73.5% at a typical address and 76.1% at a typical address respectively. Check the current Survivability Score for any address instantly.

StreetSpring delivers address-level predictions, showing how likely hundreds of different businesses are to last at that exact spot.

What Are the Best Neighborhoods in or Around Philadelphia for My Business Overall?

You can see the best neighborhoods in or around Philadelphia to open any type of business in our article Neighborhood Survivability Rankings: Philadelphia.

Business Survivability Rankings: Philadelphia: See how Deli compares to all other business types in Philadelphia
Best Cities to Open a Deli in the US: National city-level survivability rankings for Deli
Business Survivability in Hunting Park, Philadelphia: All business types ranked in the #1 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Logan, Philadelphia: All business types ranked in the #2 neighborhood
Business Survivability in Germany Hill, Philadelphia: All business types ranked in the #3 neighborhood

Technical note: Aggregated survivability rankings for Philadelphia are available in machine-readable format for research and integration purposes.

View technical data for Philadelphia

StreetSpring recalculates survivability using the latest competitive, demographic, and walkability data, so the live score may differ from the figures shown here.

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