Strategically located along the White Horse Pike and Interstate 295, the area surrounding Lawnside is also served by the high-speed line to Philadelphia's Center City.  Excellent elementary schools provide a quality foundation for area youth, and abundant alternatives for private education are easily accessible.  Although local retail facilities are available to meet the daily need for goods and services, expanded shopping amenities can be found nearby at Cherry Hill, Deptford, and Echelon Malls.  In addition to local recreation programs and facilities within the borough, the Delaware River provides water sports and boating options.  Recreational amenities close to home include neighborhood parks, playgrounds, athletic fields, team sports, golf courses, private tennis courts, activity clubs, and swimming pools.