About the neighborhood

Zip Code 17070, Pennsylvania features a diverse selection of housing, including many spacious single detached homes and townhouses built across several decades. The area benefits from proximity to well-regarded elementary and high schools, with convenient access from most residences. Residents have several green spaces nearby, such as Borough Park, providing ample opportunities for outdoor relaxation and recreation. Public transportation includes several bus lines with stops close to properties, enhancing connectivity within the community. Easy access to highways like I-76 simplifies travel by car, and parking is generally convenient. A small variety of local restaurants and pharmacies adds to the practical amenities in this neighborhood.

Characteristics

Transportation

This area is suitable for those who prefer to get around as pedestrians; running common errands is easy without a car. However, this area is not very cycling-friendly because the cycling network is not very well-developed, and bicycle riders are faced with a considerable amount of slopes. The public transit access in Zip Code 17070 is not very convenient. Thankfully, homeowners are served by about 10 bus lines, and bus stops are usually around the corner. In contrast, driving is an excellent mode of transportation in Zip Code 17070. It is straightforward to access a place to park, and nearby highways, such as I-83, are rather easy to reach from any location in Zip Code 17070.

Services

It is a rather short distance to access both primary and secondary schools from any location in Zip Code 17070. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. When it comes to food, in all but a limited number of cases, a vehicle is required in Zip Code 17070 to reach one of around 10 supermarkets. Nevertheless, it is generally a rather short distance to the nearest pharmacy, which can supply some basic food items. A small number of restaurants and cafes are available as well.

Character

There are a lot of green spaces to enjoy in Zip Code 17070, despite its sometimes busy atmosphere. Most locations within the postal code have reasonably good access to parks, like Peiffer Memorial Arboretum and Nature Preserve and City Island, since getting to one from a large number of properties is easy and there are approximately 40 parks close by for residents to relax in. This area is relatively quiet, since there are few people out and about on the streets, although noise levels are higher closer to I-76, Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United Streetates Highway, one of the railway lines or the airport (Capital City).

Car friendly9.2

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 friendly5.0

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

Transit friendly3.2

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.8

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries4.8

Variety of groceries within a short drive