Housing
High scores in the housing category are a distinguishing feature of this area, possibly driven by a favorable home affordability ratio, higher home values and appreciation rates.
Health & Safety
Good air quality as well as nearby health facilities like hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, fire and police stations all contribute to a higher than average health and safety score.
Amenities
The majority of amenities are not ideally located within walking distance. To access these amenities, residents may be required to rely on a vehicle or public transit.
Commute
A low commute score could be due to longer-than-average work commutes and the limited availability of public transportation in this area.
Crime
This area reports elevated crime rates per 100,000 individuals, potentially pointing some areas being unsafe for its residents. Stats are based on both property and violent crimes.
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| Statistic | Preston | Maryland | National |
| Average one way commute | 31min | 32min | 26min |
| Workers who drive to work | 73.4% | 73.7% | 76.4% |
| Workers who carpool | 12.7% | 9.3% | 9.3% |
| Workers who take public transit | 0.0% | 8.9% | 5.1% |
| Workers who bicycle | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Workers who walk | 2.0% | 2.4% | 2.8% |
| Working from home | 11.8% | 4.4% | 4.6% |
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