About the neighborhood

Zip Code 19079 offers convenient transportation options with two nearby train stations providing easy access to regional lines and several bus routes in close proximity. The area features a selection of supermarkets, restaurants, and cafes situated just around the corner from most residences, facilitating daily errands and dining choices. Quiet surroundings contribute to a peaceful atmosphere appreciated by many residents. Housing consists mainly of single detached homes and townhouses, with many properties dating from before the 1960s, making it renowned for three-bedroom homes. Access to parks is available in nearby areas, complementing the calm setting found throughout this community.

Characteristics

Transportation

Zip Code 19079 will please house buyers that use a variety of means of transportation. With various nearby train stations with access to the Wilmington / Newark Line, Airport Line and Wilmington/Newark Line, and about 10 nearby bus lines, commuting by public transit is easy in Zip Code 19079. It is also easy for pedestrians to navigate this postal code; running common errands is convenient without a car, and a fair number of businesses of different types can be found as well. It is sometimes challenging to travel by bike in Zip Code 19079 because the terrain is not particularly flat, and the bicycling network is not very well-developed.

Services

A supermarket is typically accessible within a very short trip from any home in Zip Code 19079. Furthermore, a restaurant is typically just around the corner, and residents are served by a few cafes as well. As far as education is concerned, both primary and secondary schools are straightforward to reach without a vehicle from any location in Zip Code 19079. Home buyers can choose between public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level.

Character

Zip Code 19079 offers an unique mix of areas that are both busy and quiet. Even though the ambience is not the most lively in this area it is very easy to find places to go out at night since they are well-distributed throughout the area. At the same time, this postal code is quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor, although that is not the case closer to one of the railway lines. Parks aren't well-spread out, which makes it rather challenging to access them. Despite that, there are around 20 green spaces nearby for residents to explore, including Collingdale Park and John Heinz National Wildlife Refuge.

Car friendly7.0

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

Cycling friendly4.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly5.8

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

Transit friendly5.6

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants6.8

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

Groceries8.4

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk