Cedar Crest, PA is a small borough located in Lehigh County, Pennsylvania. It has a population of only 2,081 people, according to the 2010 United States Census. Despite its small size, Cedar Crest is home to many amenities and activities that make it an attractive place to live. The town has been ranked as one of the best places for families by Best Places, with high scores for its low crime rate and good public school system. This ranking is further reinforced by WalletHub’s 2020 rankings which placed Cedar Crest in the top 6% of cities in terms of ‘family-friendliness’. Additionally, Cedar Crest ranks highly for its education options with BestPlaces awarding it a grade of 9 out of 10 for its public schools in 2018. In addition to having strong educational opportunities, Cedar Crest also boasts low crime rates. According to NeighborhoodScout data from 2018, the city had one of the lowest crime index ratings among all cities in Pennsylvania with a rating of eight out of 100 – significantly below the national average rate of 18 per 1 000 people. With its charming atmosphere and robust infrastructure, it's no wonder why Cedar Crest has been consistently named one of the best places to live in Pennsylvania.
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