About the neighborhood

Zip Code 19804 offers a relaxed atmosphere with generally quiet streets and numerous well-spaced green spaces, including Banning Park and Glenville Park, providing ample opportunities for outdoor enjoyment. The neighborhood consists mostly of two and three bedroom residences, featuring a mix of single detached homes along with small apartment buildings and townhouses predominantly built before the 1960s. Commuting is convenient by car, with easy access to nearby highways and ample parking throughout the area. Though public transit options are limited in frequency, several bus lines and stops are accessible. Primary and high schools are easily reachable within this postal code, along with some grocery stores and local dining options.

Characteristics

Transportation

A majority of the homes for sale in this postal code are located in areas that are rather suitable for pedestrians; running daily errands is convenient without needing a vehicle. On the other hand, this postal code is not especially cycling-friendly as there are a fair number of elevation changes to challenge cyclists, and there are few bike lanes. This area is not very transit friendly. Nevertheless, residents are served by the Churchman's Crossing on the Wilmington / Newark Line and Wilmington/Newark Line. Residents are served by approximately 10 bus lines, and most properties are very close to a bus stop. However, cars are a very good transportation option in this postal code. The majority of houses for sale are a rather short drive from the closest highway, and parking is easy.

Services

Locals will appreciate that wherever their home is situated in Zip Code 19804, primary as well as high schools are nearby. In addition to public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. With regards to food, it is easy to access the closest grocery store without a car in Zip Code 19804. Moreover, those who like to dine in restaurants will have a good number of options, and house buyers are served by about 10 cafes as well.

Character

Zip Code 19804 is a "jack-of-all-trades" when it comes to the ambience of this area. Zip Code 19804 is good for those who like quiet surroundings, 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. However, public green spaces, such as Greenbank Park and Banning Park, are very well-spread out and there are around 40 of them nearby for residents to relax in, which results in them being easy to reach from the majority of locations in the postal code. Finally, even though the ambience is not the most lively in this area with its about 40 nightlife venues, there are options for nighttime activities.

Car friendly8.6

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

Cycling friendly4.4

Somewhat 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 friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants5.8

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries7.0

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