About the neighborhood

Braddock Hills offers a peaceful atmosphere characterized by low street noise and a slower pace of living. The borough primarily features single detached homes alongside some large apartment buildings and duplexes, providing diverse housing options with two and three bedrooms. Several bus lines operate within the area, with stops conveniently located throughout the borough. Major highways such as Penn Lincoln Parkway are easily accessible by car, making travel straightforward. Nearby boroughs provide well-distributed parks for outdoor recreation and relaxation. Educational institutions, including primary and high schools, are typically reachable with ease. This borough creates a calm, convenient environment with diverse housing choices and accessible transportation routes.

Characteristics

Transportation

The favored method to get around in this borough is very often driving. It is a rather short drive to the nearest highway, such as Penn Lincoln Pkwy, from anywhere in Braddock Hills, and parking is generally easy. On the other hand, commuting by transit can be challenging in this borough due to the low service level. Thankfully, property owners have access to around 20 bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is usually very close by. Bicycling is sometimes difficult in Braddock Hills as the cycling network is not very well-developed, and cyclists encounter a considerable amount of slopes. It is also at times challenging for pedestrians to get around in Braddock Hills because few daily errands can be run without the need to get in a car.

Services

Residents will value that wherever their house is located in this borough, both primary and secondary schools are close by. Home owners benefit from public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. With respect to food, it is challenging to reach the closest supermarket without needing to get in a car in Braddock Hills. Furthermore, this borough is a fairly good place in which to eat out, and house buyers benefit from a few cafes as well.

Character

The character of Braddock Hills is exemplified by its calm atmosphere. It is easy to access green spaces from numerous locations within the borough since there are approximately 30 of them nearby for residents to unwind in. The noise levels in this borough are also very low, as noise from the streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue.

Car friendly9.4

Exceptional access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.0

Some pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is occasionally practical

Transit friendly3.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.0

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries6.4

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