Name: Zip Code 07866
Address: Rockaway

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 07866 offers a tranquil environment with quiet streets and convenient access to several public green spaces nearby. The neighborhood features a diverse range of housing options, from lofts to spacious residences with multiple bedrooms, reflecting a mix of architectural styles dating from before the 1960s through the 1990s. Residents benefit from proximity to various primary schools, providing both public and private choices. Pharmacies and several dining establishments are within easy reach, while grocery shopping typically involves driving. Transportation by car is very convenient here, with easy access to major highways and ample parking available throughout the area.

Characteristics

Transportation

The car is usually the best method to move around in this area. It is especially convenient to access a parking spot, and nearby highways, such as I-80, are very easy to drive to from anywhere in Zip Code 07866. In contrast, the transit network in this area is quite bad. Nonetheless, homeowners have access to a few bus lines, and the nearest bus stop is usually a short distance away. Even though bicycling is more practical in certain sectors than others, it is challenging to get around by bicycle in this area since the bicycling infrastructure is fairly poor, and cyclists are faced with a significant amount of elevation changes. Getting around as a pedestrian is also not very common in Zip Code 07866, despite the fact that running daily errands is easy without a vehicle.

Services

It is rarely an option for house buyers in this postal code to do their grocery shopping in one of around 10 stores without the need to get in a car. Nevertheless, getting to the closest pharmacy and consequently some staple foods is generally easy. A limited number of restaurants and cafes are available as well. Concerning education, it is a rather short distance to access primary schools from anywhere in Zip Code 07866. However, high schools are not particularly abundant and thus tend to require a rather long pedestrian trip to get to. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

Character

People who prefer a calm ambience will enjoy Zip Code 07866. This area is very good for those who need a quiet atmosphere, as there are low levels of noise from traffic. Finally, it is easy to get to green spaces from the majority of locations within the postal code and there are over 50 of them close by for residents to unwind in.

Car friendly9.8

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

Cycling friendly3.8

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.2

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

Transit friendly1.4

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants4.8

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries3.8

Some groceries within a short drive