Zip Code 26261

Name: Zip Code 26261
Address: Western

Western

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 26261 showcases a peaceful environment with a calm atmosphere, offering quiet residential areas free from excessive street noise. The neighborhood primarily features single detached homes and townhouses, with many properties dating back to before 1960, alongside mid-century constructions. Most residences provide two to three bedrooms, suit diverse household needs, and about 85% of units are occupied by long-term residents, reflecting community stability. Convenient parking options make driving a practical choice for getting around, while pharmacies in the area offer easily accessible services for everyday needs. Overall, Zip Code 26261 presents a tranquil setting with a solid residential character.

Highlights

This area is great forQuiet

This area is great forCar friendly

This area is great forDaycares

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is very often the favored method to move around in this postal code. It is very convenient to come across a parking spot. It is challenging to move around by bicycle in this area as the bicycling network is not very well-developed, and riding is rendered arduous by the typically sloping topography. Zip Code 26261 is also not very conducive to those who like to get around as pedestrians as very few daily errands can be run without a vehicle.

Services

There are only a very small number of primary schools in Zip Code 26261 and thus they can be a very long trip away. Likewise, this area does not have any high schools. As far as food is concerned, a car is usually needed in Zip Code 26261 to access the nearest grocery store. Nonetheless, it is generally a rather short trip to the nearest pharmacy, which can supply some basic food items. A limited number of restaurants are available in Zip Code 26261 as well.

Character

The character of Zip Code 26261 is exemplified by its slower-paced ambience. Zip Code 26261 is very quiet overall, as there tend to be low levels of noise from traffic.

Car friendly9.0

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

Cycling friendly3.6

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly1.8

Very few or no pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is almost never practical or pleasant

Restaurants2.8

Some restaurants within a short drive

Groceries2.2

Some groceries within a short drive

Shopping1.6

Few or no shops within a short drive

Cafes0.0

Few or no cafés within a short drive

Quiet10.0

Virtually no sources of noise nearby

Nightlife1.8

Few or no bars within a short drive

Vibrant0.6

Calm atmosphere at all hours

Neighborhood Demographics

Median Household Income

Housing Type

80.4% SINGLE DETACHED
0.0% SEMI DETACHED
5.3% MULTIPLEX (2-4 UNITS)
2.0% APARTMENT (5-19 UNITS)
1.7% APARTMENT (20+ UNITS)
10.6% MOBILE

Population Age

Education Level

11.5% DID NOT GRADUATE HIGH SCHOOL
45.9% HIGH SCHOOL
29.4% SOME COLLEGE, NO DEGREE
2.3% DEGREE, CERTIFICATE, OR DIPLOMA BELOW BACHELOR'S DEGREE
9.5% BACHELOR'S DEGREE
1.2% MASTER'S DEGREE
0.2% PROFESSIONAL DEGREE
0.0% PHD

Commute Mode

0.7% FOOT
0.0% BIKE
10.7% TRANSIT
82.9% DRIVE
3.9% OTHER

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