West Buechel, KY
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
7/10
home
Housing
8/10
visibility
Safety
5/10
local_library
Schools
2/10
local_airport
Airports
4/10
school
Colleges
5/10
accessibility
Hospitals
5/10
- 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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Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
- visibility Safety
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Safety Challenges. The area has higher crime rates, with a noticeable presence of violent or property crime requiring vigilance.
- local_airport Airports
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Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
- accessibility Hospitals
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Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
- school Colleges
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Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
- local_library Schools
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Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.
Residents
Population
1,624
332.4M (US)
Median Age
31.6 yr
39 yr (US)
Family Households
73.0%
64% (US)
College-Educated
35.3%
35% (US)
Economy
Median Income
$47,066
$79K (US)
Above Poverty
84.5%
88% (US)
Average Commute
24 mi
29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
23.3%
13% (US)
Housing
Median Home
$152,600
$303K (US)
Median Expenses
$615
$612 (US)
Median Rent
$927
$1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
14.8%
58% (US)
Crime
Violent Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.
How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places
Jefferson County
5
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area
3
Kentucky
2
Property Crime Score
Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.
How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places
Jefferson County
6
Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Area
4
Kentucky
4
Climate
| Month | Rain (in) | Snow (in) | Temp (°F) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 3 | 2 | 33 |
| Feb | 3 | 3 | 37 |
| Mar | 4 | 1 | 45 |
| Apr | 4 | 0 | 55 |
| May | 5 | 0 | 65 |
| Jun | 4 | 0 | 73 |
| Jul | 4 | 0 | 77 |
| Aug | 3 | 0 | 76 |
| Sep | 3 | 0 | 68 |
| Oct | 3 | 0 | 57 |
| Nov | 4 | 0 | 46 |
| Dec | 4 | 2 | 36 |
Hazards
Inland Flood Risk
Tornado Risk
Politics
Historical Voting Patterns
This place is deep blue country, with 61% of residents leaning left and 35% leaning right.
Liberal (62%) (35%) Conservative2016 Presidential Election Results
Donald Trump 29%Related Legislative Districts
Congressional District 3, KY State Senate District 35, KY State House District 30, KYSchools
Minor Daniels Academy
<1 miles, NW
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1
Home/Hospital
1 miles, NW
Newburg Middle
1 miles, SW
•
1.9
Seneca High
1 miles, NE
•
2.3
Colleges
Sullivan University
1 miles, N
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1.4
Bellarmine University
3 miles, NW
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2.8
Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary
3 miles, N
Empire Beauty School-Hurstborne
4 miles, SE
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1
Hospitals
The Brook Hospital-Dupont
4 miles, NE
Baptist Health Louisville
4 miles, NE
•
3.2
University of Louisville Hospital
6 miles, NW
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1.4
Norton Hospitals, Inc
6 miles, NW
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3.2
Airports
Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport
4 miles, W
•
2.8
Blue Grass Airport
59 miles, SE
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1.9
Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport
80 miles, NE
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3.7
Owensboro-Daviess County Regional Airport
88 miles, W
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1