Name: Haddon Heights
Address: Haddon Heights

About the neighborhood

Haddon Heights offers a calm neighborhood atmosphere with access to several public green spaces, including Haddon Heights Park and Haddon Lake Park, providing pleasant outdoor areas nearby. The borough’s housing consists mainly of spacious single detached homes alongside large apartment buildings, featuring three- and four-bedroom options. For daily needs, supermarkets and approximately ten restaurants and coffee shops are conveniently close, enhancing neighborhood convenience. The area supports educational variety with both public and private primary and secondary schools easily accessible. Commuting by car is straightforward, with nearby highways like I-295 and ample parking available. Bike lanes also contribute to varied transportation options.

Characteristics

Transportation

This borough is rather suitable for those who get around as pedestrians; many daily errands can be run without a car. The bike is a good means of transportation in Haddon Heights as the bicycling infrastructure is reasonably good. Moving around by car is very easy in this part of the Greater Philadelphia metropolitan area. It is straightforward to come across a parking spot, and it is a short drive to the nearest highway, such as I-295, from any location in Haddon Heights. In contrast, commuting by transit can be difficult in Haddon Heights as a result of the infrequent service. Nevertheless, residents profit from Haddonfield on the Westbound to Philadelphia. Residents have access to a few bus lines, and it is very easy to reach a nearby bus stop from most houses.

Services

The nearest grocery store in this part of the Greater Philadelphia metropolitan area is usually only a rather short distance away. Station Avenue is among the best streets for groceries. Additionally, a restaurant is usually just around the corner, and residents benefit from about 10 cafes as well. Concerning education, it is a short distance to get to both primary and secondary schools from any location in this part of the Greater Philadelphia metropolitan area. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools.

Character

The character of Haddon Heights is exemplified by its relaxed environment. This borough is quiet overall, as the streets tend to be reasonably calm - although that is not the case closer to the railway line or I-295. Lastly, public green spaces, like Bobby Almand Memorial Field and Pope Paul VI Catholic High School Sport Complex, are very well-situated and there are approximately 30 of them close by for residents to explore, making them easy to get to.

Car friendly9.0

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

Cycling friendly5.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.2

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

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries7.2

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