Name: Lakewood
Address: Waterbury

About the neighborhood

Lakewood offers a peaceful neighborhood atmosphere with minimal street noise and city bustle. The area provides diverse housing options including small apartment buildings, larger apartments, duplexes, and single detached homes, accommodating a wide range of space needs. Convenience is found in easy access to several bus lines with nearby stops, making public transport accessible. Grocery shopping is available close by, along with a selection of restaurants and cafes for casual dining. The neighborhood's terrain includes some hills, adding character to the area, and parking is generally easy to find, supporting hassle-free vehicle use.

Characteristics

Transportation

House buyers who want to live in a compact community will be pleased with the pedestrian-friendly nature of this part of Waterbury; meeting day-to-day needs is convenient without a car. However, Lakewood is not very suited for cycling because there are very few bike lanes, and bicycle riders encounter a considerable amount of slopes. Commuting by transit can be difficult in this part of the city by reason of the infrequent service. Nonetheless, there are a few bus lines crossing the neighborhood, and bus stops are not very far away from most houses. On the other hand, the car is usually the preferred mode of transportation in Lakewood. It is very convenient to access a parking spot.

Services

Locals may find it difficult to access high schools and primary schools without needing to get in a car. With respect to eating, the closest supermarket in this neighborhood is generally only a reasonably short distance away. In addition, a restaurant is generally just around the corner, and a limited selection of coffee shops is available as well. Property owners have access to a fair number of clothing stores within a short distance.

Character

Lakewood is a good neighborhood to buy a house in for those who prefer a calm environment. Lakewood is quiet overall, as the streets are quite peaceful.

Car friendly8.8

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

Cycling friendly3.6

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.4

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.2

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