where are the family oriented neighborhoods in the philadelphia surburbs (Harrisburg: how much, school districts)

[boricuahbg]

We are looking to relocate to the Philadelphia area from Harrisburg. I have two children under the age of seven. I'm looking for good school districts. I heard Montgomery and Delaware counties are good. Any towns in specific? Like easy access to shopping areas. I wouldn't mind driving up to 30 minutes from the city not counting rush hour traffic. Thanks.

[maf763]

There are dozens of possibilities. People could offer feedbck if they knew where you would be working, how much to spend, etc.

[orrmobl]

What price range are you looking for? I would recommend Chester County over most of Delco, save Media and Wallingford-Swarthmore.

[waltlantz]

are there NON family oriented suburbs that are not decayed former industrial towns in America? Hell even THOSE can be family oriented, just lower income.

[thesixth]

Stick to Delaware & lower Montgomery counties if you want the 30 minute commute to Phila. Chester County will be too far.
There are plenty of family oriented suburbs within 30 minutes of Phila.- Narberth, Lower Merion, Ardmore, Havertown, Drexel Hill, Springfield, Ridley Park to name a few. All these areas have good access to shopping and range from excellent to good school districts.