By Jessica Ryan
Updated: Aug 14, 2026
6 min read
Reviewed by Martin Pаnауоtоv
Editor
Martin is founder of MoveAdvisor, formerly MyMovingReviews.com.
661 movers in New Kingstown
"Worst shipping outfit I've ever dealt with. They give you nothing but the run around, excuses and unreturned emails. Forget about trying to get a response from them or a committment to deliver, they will not do it. They have an F rating from the B..."
"Unless you are a highly organized person who knows the rudiments of moving and can handle them well, do not use Mambo Movers. They have attitude and they will leave you out in the cold. They are not the friendliest bunch, they are only there to ..."
"I've moved many, many times, mostly across states, and Centurion was the worst moving company I've ever hired. At first, they seemed very professional. But my first clue should have been that the quote was too high - they were charging me for two ..."
"WORST MOVING EXPERIENCE EVER. I ACTUALLY THINK THESE GUYS ARE SCAMMERS. 1. They only sent 1 guy to move an 8 room house 2. The truck they sent was too small, and we needed to throw out 2K of our stuff! 3. They charged 1,200 for 2 weeks of stora..."
"Won't use them again. 1 bedroom unit 2 pieces had to be taken down the steps. The movers decided to milk to clock. It took them 5 hours to complete a move that should've been 3 hours top (Note I worked in this industry for years). 1 of the movers ..."
"WARNING: Avoid AB Movers - Cherry Hill Road, Haddonfield, NJ Using AB Movers for a move from Pennsylvania to Massachusetts resulted in deceptive pricing, severe delays, and extortive payment demands. Do not trust this company or their represent..."
"First, let me say that their 3-man crew (Jesse, Percy & Darrell) were the very best moving crew we've ever had -- very professional, hard-working & personable with not a single incident of damage. We would give THEM 5 stars. The reason for the low..."
"If you want to be ripped off use this company. I was given an estimate for moving cross country. It was one of 3 estimates and within $500 of two bigger companies so I booked it. Three movers showed up to my home to pack my 2900 square foot home. ..."
What to know when moving to New Kingstown, PA
Crime & Safety: What the Numbers Say
In Pennsylvania, the crime rates indicate a significant drop in both property and violent crime over the past few years. The state annual property crime rate is 1,363.9 per 100,000 residents, which is 11.8% lower than the national average of 1,546.9. Similarly, the violent crime rate stands at 228.5 per 100,000, showing a 29.8% reduction compared to the national rate of 325.3.
- Violent crime: 228.5 per 100k vs. national average, down 28.4% since 2022
- Property crime: 1,363.9 per 100k vs. national average, down 15.4% since 2022
- Notable trend: Homicide rate down 55% since 2022
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (state-level summarized data for Pennsylvania).
Schools & Higher Ed
There are several educational institutions available nearby, offering a range of postsecondary options. In total, there are 6 institutions within the region, including notable schools such as:
- Central Penn College in Summerdale
- Dickinson College in Carlisle
- Messiah University in Mechanicsburg
Source: ArcGIS Postsecondary School Locations (NCES) + College Scorecard (ED).
Weather & Getting Outside
In terms of outdoor activities, there are several parks and recreational spaces in the area, perfect for enjoying nature. Some highly-rated options include:
- Wildwood Park - 4.7 stars (2,136 reviews)
- Capitol Park - 4.7 stars (1,997 reviews)
- Fort Hunter Mansion and Park - 4.7 stars (1,820 reviews)
- White Rocks Trail - 4.8 stars (363 reviews)
Source: Google Places API (New).