Name: Zip Code 19802
Address: Wilmington

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 19802 offers a variety of housing options, including townhouses, duplexes, large apartment buildings, and single detached homes, many built during its mid-20th-century construction boom. This area provides convenient access to numerous green spaces, with approximately 20 parks nearby for outdoor enjoyment. Dining options are plentiful, featuring many local restaurants and easy access to supermarkets for daily needs. The neighborhood benefits from well-connected bike lanes that facilitate easy commutes by bicycle. Public transit lines and nearby highways like Delaware Turnpike further support accessibility. Zip Code 19802 combines a calm atmosphere with practical urban amenities, making it a desirable neighborhood for many residents.

Characteristics

Transportation

People who appreciate residing in a compact community will welcome the rather pedestrian-friendly nature of Zip Code 19802; many daily needs are convenient to carry out without a car, and a good number of businesses of different types can be found as well. This postal code is also reasonably suited for bicycling because the cycling network is fairly extensive. The public transit service in this area is not particularly frequent. Nevertheless, commuters can count on the Wilmington on the Wilmington / Newark Line and Wilmington/Newark Line. There are approximately 20 bus lines crossing the postal code, and most residences are very close to a bus stop. However, Zip Code 19802 is rather car friendly. The majority of properties for sale are a short car ride from the closest highway, such as Delaware Tpke.

Services

The closest grocery store in this postal code is typically only a very short distance away. In addition, a restaurant is usually just around the corner, and a limited variety of coffee shops is available as well. Property owners can find a good number of clothing stores within a short distance. When it comes to education, residents will value that no matter where their house is located in this postal code, both primary and secondary schools are close by. Property buyers are served by public and private schools at both the elementary and high school level.

Character

Zip Code 19802 is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the feel of this area. The noise levels in Zip Code 19802 are low, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor, however some parts can be quite loud, especially closer to Delaware Tpke or one of the railway lines. However, there are over 50 public green spaces nearby for residents to relax in, including Bancroft Mills and Kingswood Community Center, and they are very well-distributed, making it very easy to reach them. Finally, even though this postal code is not known for its vibrancy, the vibe is still quite dynamic around its main streets, and finding one of the approximately 20 nightlife venues is easy as they are generally situated in convenient locations.

Car friendly6.2

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

Cycling friendly5.4

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly7.2

Most day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly4.0

Transit is available for most trips

Restaurants7.8

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

Groceries8.6

Wide variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk