Name: 9th Ward
Address: Wilmington

About the neighborhood

9th Ward offers a serene environment with well-placed public green spaces easily available from many spots in the neighborhood. This area features predominantly single detached homes and townhouses, mostly built before 1960, with spacious three and four-bedroom options. Local amenities include numerous businesses and restaurants located conveniently throughout the community. A variety of supermarkets and dining options are typically close by to meet daily needs. The neighborhood accommodates cycling with appropriate infrastructure. Public transportation options include nearby bus stops serving several lines, while highways are also conveniently accessible for travel beyond the area. Overall, 9th Ward presents a peaceful and comfortable setting.

Characteristics

Transportation

Traveling as a pedestrian is moderately feasible for home buyers in 9th Ward; carrying out daily needs is convenient without needing a car, and plenty of businesses are close by. This neighborhood is also rather suited for cycling. 9th Ward is not especially transit friendly. Thankfully, there are a few bus lines traversing the neighborhood, and it is very easy to get to a nearby bus stop from most residences. In contrast, commuting by car is easy in 9th Ward. Most homes for sale are a very short car ride from the closest highway.

Services

A grocery store is typically accessible within a very short pedestrian trip from anywhere in 9th Ward. Additionally, this neighborhood is a good place in which to go out to eat. It is also a reasonably short distance to a decent choice of clothing stores. When it comes to education, it is a rather short trip to get to primary as well as high schools from most homes for sale in 9th Ward. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

9th Ward is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this area. 9th Ward is quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. However, there are a few parks nearby for residents to enjoy and they are especially well-spread out, making it very easy to access them. Lastly, even though the atmosphere is not the most lively in this area, its busier streets can still be quite dynamic, and with the nightlife venues in nearby neighborhoods, it is occasionally hard to find a place to grab a drink because they are generally located relatively close by.

Car friendly6.0

Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly7.4

Many pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a short walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is often practical

Transit friendly4.2

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants7.8

Wide variety of restaurants within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Groceries8.6

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk