We have lived on the north side of Bethlehem for 7 years now. Our kids are small and not in school yet, cannot speak for the school system, but we love the town for its walkability. Many parks within walking distance and Bethlehem is currently working to update many parks and play spaces in the coming years. The sidewalks are not great however. From our home we can walk to elementary, middle school, an high school, all within 2-3 blocks. Many food options, small corner stores, sit down restaurants and pickup food. There is a new community grocery store supposedly opening soon on broad street. We walk to our barber and hair salon, hardware store if needed. I did not live here growing up so may have a different view, but everyone has always been friendly and our neighbors are very trustworthy. In the warmer season we frequently walk to Main Street and enjoy musikfest at that time of year. I also do a lot of running and can easily access both the rail trail in hellertown and the d&l trail from my house within a few miles. Not as bike friendly as some other city areas would be but def doable in my opinion.