Name: Zip Code 19901
Address: Dover, DE

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 19901 offers a tranquil residential setting with predominantly single detached homes and a selection of townhouses and mobile homes. The neighborhood features a close network of about 20 grocery stores along with nearby pharmacies for convenient access to essentials. Dining options are available within short distances, providing variety and local flavor. Educational facilities include a range of public and private primary and secondary schools situated near residences, enhancing accessibility. With easy access to multiple bus lines, the area provides diverse options for public transit. Quiet streets contribute to a peaceful environment that many find appealing for daily living in this community.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is very often the favored approach to navigate this postal code. However, the public transit service in this postal code is not very frequent. Thankfully, homeowners are served by approximately 10 bus lines, and bus stops are not very far-removed from most residences. Zip Code 19901 is not especially cycling-friendly as there are a limited number of bike lanes, and there are a fair number of hills to challenge cyclists. There are also relatively few pedestrians out on the streets of this postal code, even though running common errands is convenient without the use of a vehicle, and a variety of businesses are moderately close by.

Services

It is a reasonably short distance to get to both primary and secondary schools from any location in Zip Code 19901. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. With regards to eating, in all but a very small number of cases, a car is required in this postal code to access one of approximately 40 grocery stores. Nonetheless, it is generally a reasonably short distance to the nearest pharmacy, which can supply some staple foods.

Character

People who prefer a slower-paced environment will enjoy Zip Code 19901. Zip Code 19901 is quiet overall, as the streets are calm - although that is not the case close to one of the 3 airports (Delaware Airpark,Chandelle Estates,Dover Afb) or the railway line.

Car friendly10.0

Excellent access to freeways and/or major arteries, with almost no chance of parking problems

Cycling friendly4.6

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly4.8

Some day-to-day needs are within walking distance

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants0.4

Few or no restaurants within a short drive

Groceries0.2

Few or no groceries within a short drive