Name: Zip Code 14086
Address: Lancaster

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 14086 offers a tranquil setting with several parks nearby, including Westwood Park, providing ample space for outdoor activities. The area features a diverse range of single detached homes and townhouses, with many built between the 1960s and 1990s. Educational options are convenient, with both public and private schools accessible from most residences. Dining options abound, with around 40 restaurants offering a variety of cuisines to explore. Parking is typically easy to find, and several bus lines serve the area, making transit options available. Quiet streets and a slower pace contribute to a peaceful neighborhood atmosphere valued by many residents.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 14086 is rather car friendly. It is very convenient to park. On the other hand, the public transit in Zip Code 14086 is not very practical. Nevertheless, property owners benefit from a few bus lines, and bus stops are not very far away from most houses. A majority of the houses for sale in this postal code are located in places that are not very well-suited for pedestrians since few common errands can be run without a vehicle. It is also occasionally difficult to get around by bicycle in Zip Code 14086 since there are few bike lanes, and there are a good number of slopes for cyclists to brave.

Services

Home buyers in Zip Code 14086 usually need a vehicle to purchase groceries in one of about 10 stores. Nevertheless, getting to the nearest pharmacy and therefore some basic food items is typically convenient. Residents benefit from over 100 restaurants and coffee shops as well. With regards to education, it is a reasonably short pedestrian trip to access both primary and secondary schools from anywhere in Zip Code 14086. Residents have the choice between public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level.

Character

The character of Zip Code 14086 is exemplified by its calm ambience. This area is very quiet, as noise from streets and other parts of the city is rarely an issue. Finally, there are over 50 parks nearby for residents to enjoy, including Town of Elma Park and Walden Pond Park, resulting in them being easy to access from most locations within Zip Code 14086.

Car friendly7.8

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

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.0

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Transit friendly1.2

Infrequent or no transit options nearby

Restaurants4.8

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.0

Some groceries within a short drive