Chester Heights, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 3/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 4/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 9/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 8/10
accessibility Hospitals 7/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Expensive. The cost of housing and rent is above average, making it challenging for some to afford living in the area.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.

Residents

Population
2,922 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
57.8% 64% (US)
College-Educated
56.6% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$110,729 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
93.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
8.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$296,600 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,001 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$2,284 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.7% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Delaware County
4
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Delaware County
4
Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington Metro Area
4
Pennsylvania
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 6 32
Feb 3 6 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 63
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 4 0 76
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 47
Dec 4 3 37

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is a true purple area, with voters evenly split, with 50% of residents leaning left and 46% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (51%) (46%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 41%
Hillary Clinton 55%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, PA State Senate District 9, PA State House District 160, PA
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Schools

Glenwood El Sch
2 miles, E • 4.6 star
Aston El Sch
2 miles, S • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Neumann University
2 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Cheyney University of Pennsylvania
4 miles, NW • 1.4 star
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Hospitals

Riddle Memorial Hospital
3 miles, E • 3.2 star
Crozer Chester Medical Center
6 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Chester County Hospital
9 miles, NW • 5 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
44 miles, E • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
52 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Atlantic City International Airport
56 miles, SE • 1.4 star
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