Oley Township, PA
Livability
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Bikeability
1/10
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Walkability
1/10
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Transit
1/10
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Commute
6/10
home
Housing
6/10
visibility
Safety
9/10
local_library
Schools
9/10
local_airport
Airports
6/10
school
Colleges
8/10
accessibility
Hospitals
7/10
- directions_bike Bikeability
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Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
- directions_run Walkability
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Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
- directions_car Commute
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Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
- directions_bus Transit
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Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
- home Housing
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Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
- visibility Safety
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Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
- local_airport Airports
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Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Adequate Access. Healthcare facilities are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be limited in number or specialization.
- school Colleges
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Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
- local_library Schools
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Academic Excellence. High-performing schools with excellent test scores, strong graduation rates, and consistent college readiness. These schools regularly exceed state standards.
Residents
Population
3,815
332.4M (US)
Median Age
40.8 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
65.7%
64% (US)
College-Educated
44.2%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$90,870
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
97.3%
88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
3.4%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$289,500
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,107
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$920
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
75.5%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Berks County
3
Reading Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Berks County
3
Reading Metro Area
3
Pennsylvania
3
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 6 | 29 |
| Feb | 3 | 7 | 31 |
| Mar | 4 | 3 | 40 |
| Apr | 4 | 1 | 51 |
| May | 4 | 0 | 61 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 70 |
| Jul | 5 | 0 | 74 |
| Aug | 4 | 0 | 72 |
| Sep | 4 | 0 | 65 |
| Oct | 4 | 0 | 53 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 44 |
| Dec | 4 | 3 | 33 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is a Republican stronghold, with 41% of residents leaning left and 54% leaning right.
Liberal (42%) (55%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 61%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 4, PA State Senate District 11, PA State House District 130, PASchools
Oley Valley SHS
1 miles, N
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4.6
Berks CTC-East Campus
2 miles, NW
•
3.2
Oley Valley MS
2 miles, NW
•
3.7
Oley Valley El Sch
2 miles, NW
•
3.7
Colleges
Albright College
7 miles, W
•
2.8
Empire Beauty School-Reading
8 miles, W
•
1
Reading Area Community College
9 miles, W
•
1.4
American Barber Academy
9 miles, W
Hospitals
Reading Hospital
10 miles, W
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5
St Joseph Medical Center
11 miles, NW
•
3.2
Surgical Institute of Reading
11 miles, W
Airports
Lehigh Valley International Airport
26 miles, NE
•
1.4
Philadelphia International Airport
44 miles, S
•
4.1
Trenton Mercer Airport
51 miles, SE
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1.4
Harrisburg International Airport
54 miles, W
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1.4