Berwick, Columbus, Ohio
Berwick is a middle-class neighborhood made up of a diverse racial and religious population on the eastside of Columbus, Ohio just south of the suburb of Bexley, Ohio.[1][2] Developed in the early 1930-1950's, it is known as the home of Columbus' black elite, but also has a strong Jewish community.[3] According to Census 2000, the total population of the neighborhood was 4,639 with 55% (2,549) being Non-Hispanic Black alone and 41% (1,916) being Non-Hispanic White alone. In 2000, the average annual household income was $61,237. Among households with a Black householder the average household income was $63,372, while those with a White householder it was $58,768.
Schools
Berwick Alternative Elementary School - Columbus Public Schools
All Saints Academy - Roman Catholic Diocese of Columbus
Community Centers
Leo Yassenoff Jewish Community Center
Places of worship
Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church, Brookwood Presbyterian Church, Christ the King Roman Catholic Church, Kingdom Hall of Jehovah's Witnesses, Beth Jacob Synagogue, and Christ United Methodist Church
Nightlife
Leipzig Haus - A popular bar among students from nearby Capital University.
Notable Past and Present Residents
Michael B. Coleman - Mayor of the City of Columbus (2000–Present) - Moved from Berwick - 2010
Archie Griffin - Two time Heisman Trophy winning football player & graduate of nearby Eastmoor High School (now Eastmoor Academy)
Ryan Vesler - Creative director and founder of HOMAGE. - Born in Berwick, Parents still own their home here.
Janet Jackson - CEO United Way of Ohio
Gus Schell (and Family) - proprietors of Schell Scenic Studio - Columbus business since 1904
