About the neighborhood

Bloomfield offers a peaceful, quiet environment with tranquil streets that create a relaxing atmosphere. The area features primarily single detached homes, along with some townhouses, many of which were built around 1968, providing a sense of established charm. With approximately ten supermarkets dispersed throughout, access to groceries is convenient, and pharmacies are readily accessible for essential needs. Educational opportunities include both public and private elementary and high schools within respective distances. For outdoor enjoyment, residents can find several green spaces, such as Manor Park, within the township. Convenient parking and a few bus lines serve the area, making car travel straightforward and manageable.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is very often the best way to navigate Bloomfield. It is especially convenient to park. In contrast, getting around by transit can be very difficult in this township as a result of the infrequent service. Nevertheless, there are a few bus lines crossing the township, and the nearest bus stop is generally a short distance away. The bicycle is a somewhat poor method of transportation in Bloomfield as the terrain is not especially flat, and the cycling infrastructure is not very well-developed. This area is also not very convenient for pedestrians as very few daily errands can be run without a vehicle.

Services

It is occasionally feasible for house buyers in Bloomfield to do their groceries in one of about 30 stores as pedestrians. Nevertheless, reaching the nearest pharmacy and accordingly some basic food items is typically convenient. A small variety of restaurants and cafes is available as well. When it comes to education, in Bloomfield, residents will usually be able to reach primary schools without a vehicle. On the other hand, high schools are not very numerous and therefore not always within a short distance. Residents are served by public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level.

Character

Bloomfield offers a slower-paced ambience. Most areas in Bloomfield are very quiet, as the streets are usually very tranquil. Accessing public green spaces, like Beverly Park and UWM Sports Complex, is rather difficult from numerous locations in the township since they are sparse. Despite that, there are over 100 parks close by for residents to enjoy.

Car friendly8.6

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

Cycling friendly4.2

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.8

Few day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly0.4

Few transit options

Restaurants4.6

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.6

Variety of groceries within a short drive