Name: Zip Code 96789
Address: Ewa

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 96789 offers a serene and peaceful environment with primarily single detached homes and a selection of small apartment buildings. This area features about ten well-placed green spaces, including the Wahiawa Freshwater State Recreation Area and Mililani Mauka District Park, ideal for outdoor enjoyment. Convenient access to multiple bus lines connects many locations via nearby bus stops. Educational options include public and private schools serving various grade levels. For daily needs, several pharmacy options are relatively close, while supermarkets and a variety of restaurants are accessible within a reasonable driving distance. Parking is generally easy to find, making car travel hassle-free throughout the neighborhood.

Characteristics

Transportation

Driving is a very good medium of transportation in Zip Code 96789. Parking is generally easy. On the other hand, the transit infrastructure in this postal code is rather poor. Thankfully, homeowners are served by about 20 bus lines, and the closest bus stop is generally around the corner. It is challenging for pedestrians to move around in this postal code since very few common errands can be run without needing a vehicle. Bicycling is also difficult in Zip Code 96789 because riding a bike is rendered strenuous by the often steep terrain, and there are few bike lanes.

Services

The closest grocery store in Zip Code 96789 is usually only an extended trip away. Residents can enjoy over 100 restaurants and coffee shops as well. With respect to education, it is a rather short distance to access primary schools from any location in this postal code. In contrast, there are only a few high schools and therefore they can be an extended trip away. Apart from public schools, there are private elementary and secondary schools.

Character

People who prefer a relaxed environment will enjoy Zip Code 96789. The noise levels in this area are very low, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor. Finally, the majority of locations within the postal code have reasonably good access to green spaces, such as Oʻahu Forest National Wildlife Refuge and Waipio Neighborhood Park, since there are approximately 30 of them close by for residents to unwind in.

Car friendly8.4

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

Cycling friendly3.4

Not very suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly3.8

A few pedestrian-oriented shops within walking distance. Meeting daily needs on foot is not often practical or pleasant

Transit friendly3.0

Transit is available for some trips

Restaurants4.6

Variety of restaurants within a short drive

Groceries5.4

Variety of groceries within a short drive