Name: Upland
Address: Upland

About the neighborhood

Upland offers a peaceful and quiet environment with minimal street noise and urban disruption. This borough features primarily townhouses and single detached homes, many with three or more bedrooms, providing a spacious living setting. Residents can access several green spaces such as Camp Upland Park and Caleb Pusey Historic Site, which are evenly distributed throughout the area. Convenience is enhanced by the presence of primary schools within close proximity. The neighborhood provides easy car access to major highways, ample parking options, and several bus lines that service local routes, combining suburban calm with practical transportation choices.

Characteristics

Transportation

Upland will appeal to house buyers who want to reside in a compact area because it is suitable for pedestrians; many daily errands can be run without the use of a car, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. On the other hand, this area is not very bicycling-friendly since cyclists are faced with a significant amount of hills, and there are few bike lanes. Upland is not very transit friendly. Thankfully, there is the Chester with access to the Wilmington / Newark Line and Wilmington/Newark Line. The borough is served by a few bus lines, and the closest bus stop is usually around the corner. However, this area is very car friendly. Nearby highways, such as I-95, are very easy to access from any location in this borough, and it is convenient to come across a parking spot.

Services

In Upland, residents will typically be able to reach primary schools without the need to get in a car. In contrast, high schools are not very numerous and consequently not always within a short distance. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. When it comes to food, it is frequently practical for house buyers in this area to buy groceries without the need for a vehicle. Furthermore, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a good number of options, and a limited variety of cafes can be found as well.

Character

The character of Upland is exemplified by its calm environment. This borough is very quiet overall, as there are low levels of noise from traffic. Lastly, there are about 30 public green spaces close by for residents to unwind in, including Camp Upland and Chester Park, and they are very well-spread out, which makes them easy to get to.

Car friendly8.6

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

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants6.0

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

Groceries6.8

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