About the neighborhood

Brickerville offers a peaceful community atmosphere with a slower pace and tranquil streets that provide serene surroundings. A selection of public green spaces is conveniently nearby, allowing easy access to outdoor relaxation. The area features a diverse range of housing options, including single detached homes and townhouses, with many properties offering multiple bedrooms to suit various needs. Educational institutions such as primary and high schools are located a reasonable distance from most residences, supporting local access to learning. While the neighborhood’s terrain includes gentle hills, it contributes to a distinctive landscape that adds character to this welcoming community.

Characteristics

Transportation

This community is an extremely good part of the Lancaster metropolitan area for traveling by car. It is especially convenient to come across a place to park. The bicycle is a rather limited means of transportation in this community since there are very few bike lanes, and there are a fair number of hills. It is also very difficult for pedestrians to navigate Brickerville as very few day-to-day needs can be met without a vehicle.

Services

Property owners in Brickerville generally have to use a vehicle to purchase their groceries. There are also a few choices for those who appreciate restaurants and cafes in close proximity. With regards to education, in Brickerville, locals will often be able to get to both primary and secondary schools without needing a car.

Character

People who prefer a relaxed environment will enjoy Brickerville. Reaching parks from a large number of locations within the community, such as de Perrot Woods Nature Preserve and Speedwell Forge Lake Access Area, is easy since there are a few of them close by for residents to check out. The noise levels in this community are also very low, as the streets are usually very calm.

Car friendly10.0

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

Cycling friendly2.8

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly1.4

Very few or no pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is almost never practical or pleasant

Transit friendly0.0

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants3.0

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.8

Some groceries within a short drive