Question 1

Is 19124 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 19124 in Philadelphia has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Philadelphia city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 19124 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 19124?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 19124 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 19124. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 19124 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Philadelphia. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 19124?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 19124 is approximately $171K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 19124 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 19124 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 19124 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 19124 has an overall NeighborScore of 71/100, placing it in the moderate range for Philadelphia. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 71/100, 19124 scores similarly to the middle tier of Philadelphia neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.

Philadelphia — ZIP 19124

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Hopkinson Francis Sch	KG–08	—	—	—
Sullivan James J Sch	KG–05	—	—	—
Marshall John Sch	KG–05	—	—	—
Harding Warren G MS	06–08	—	—	—
Frankford HS	09–12	—	—	—
Stearne Allen M Sch	KG–08	—	—	—
Juniata Park Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
Community Academy of Philadelphia CS	KG–12	—	—	—
Mariana Bracetti Academy CS	KG–12	—	—	—
First Philadelphia Preparatory CS	KG–12	—	—	—
Northwood Academy CS	KG–08	—	—	—
Sankofa Freedom Academy CS	KG–12	—	—	—
Mastery CS-Smedley Campus	KG–06	—	—	—
The Philadelphia CS for Arts and Sciences at HR Edmunds	KG–08	—	—	—