About the neighborhood

Zip Code 17404 offers a peaceful neighborhood atmosphere characterized by quiet streets and low traffic noise levels. The area features a variety of mostly single detached homes and townhouses built around 1978, with spacious options that commonly include three or more bedrooms. Convenience is notable with several supermarkets and dining options located relatively close, making errands manageable with short drives. Access to public transit is available through multiple bus lines with many stops near residences. Educational opportunities include both public and private elementary and high schools in the vicinity. Major highways are easy to reach from anywhere in the area, supporting smooth travel by car.

Characteristics

Transportation

Property owners who value living in a compact area will enjoy the moderately pedestrian-friendly character of this postal code; meeting daily needs is easy without a car, and there are also a fair number of businesses nearby. In contrast, this area is not especially bike-friendly as there are a good number of elevation changes to challenge cyclists, and the cycling network is not very extensive. The transit infrastructure in this area is not very convenient. Thankfully, property owners have access to around 10 bus lines, and the closest bus stop is typically around the corner. In contrast, cars are a reasonably good medium of transportation in this area. It is easy to park, and it is a reasonably short drive to the nearest highway, such as Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United Streetates Highway, from any location in this postal code.

Services

Primary schools are very easy to access without the need to get in a car from anywhere in Zip Code 17404. In contrast, locals may find it difficult to access high schools without a vehicle. Residents can choose between public and private schools at both the elementary and secondary school level. As far as eating is concerned, it is very often practical for house buyers in Zip Code 17404 to buy groceries without a vehicle. Furthermore, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a good number of choices, and there are also about 10 coffee shops in this area.

Character

Zip Code 17404 is unique in that it has both vibrant and quiet areas, making it appealing to more people. Even though the atmosphere is not the liveliest in this area finding one of the approximately 20 bars is easy because they are generally situated in convenient locations. At the same time, this postal code is very quiet overall, as the streets are generally very calm.

Car friendly7.4

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

Cycling friendly4.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

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