Parkside, PA

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 5/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
school Colleges 9/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Well-Connected. A good selection of reputable colleges is easily accessible, providing strong options for higher education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
2,304 332.4M (US)
Median Age
39.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
77.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
29.0% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$91,902 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.0% 88% (US)
Average Commute
25 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
4.8% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$188,700 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$609 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$891 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
71.9% 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 4 33
Feb 3 5 35
Mar 4 2 43
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 64
Jun 4 0 72
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 67
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 46
Dec 4 2 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 49% of residents leaning left and 48% leaning right.

Liberal (49%) (48%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 52%
Hillary Clinton 45%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 5, PA State Senate District 9, PA State House District 159, PA
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Schools

Parkside El Sch
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
The Christian Academy
<1 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Main Street Sch
<1 miles, SW • 1 star
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Colleges

Widener University
1 miles, SE • 3.2 star
Swarthmore College
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Neumann University
3 miles, NW • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Crozer Chester Medical Center
<1 miles, S • 2.3 star
Riddle Memorial Hospital
4 miles, N • 3.2 star
Delaware County Memorial Hospital
8 miles, NE • 2.3 star
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Airports

Philadelphia International Airport
7 miles, E • 4.1 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
41 miles, E • 1.4 star
Atlantic City International Airport
51 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Lehigh Valley International Airport
54 miles, N • 1.4 star
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