Allerton vs Williamsbridge-Olinville
Allerton (Bronx) and Williamsbridge-Olinville (Bronx), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Allerton scores higher on Schools and Neighborhood Character; Williamsbridge-Olinville leads on Affordability. Overall they're 87% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Allerton | Williamsbridge-Olinville |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 46/100 (leads) | 40/100 |
| Families | 64/100 (leads) | 54/100 |
| Affordability | 57/100 | 70/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 51/100 (leads) | 24/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 61/100 (leads) | 44/100 |
| Transit | 18/100 (leads) | 11/100 |
| Safety | 15/100 (leads) | 14/100 |
| Health | 59/100 | 59/100 |
| Activities | 49/100 (leads) | 38/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Allerton | Williamsbridge-Olinville |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 57–59 min (leads) | 62–64 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 66–69 min (leads) | 71–74 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 63–65 min (leads) | 67–70 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 63–65 min (leads) | 68–70 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 59–61 min (leads) | 64–67 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 75–77 min (leads) | 80–82 min |
| To Long Island City | 61–63 min (leads) | 65–68 min |
| To Jamaica | 88–91 min (leads) | 93–96 min |
| To Flushing | 69–72 min (leads) | 75–79 min |
| To Fordham | 22–23 min (leads) | 29–31 min |
Typical transit and walking time, leaving between 7:30 and 9:00 a.m. on a weekday, from each neighborhood's population center; the shorter trip leads. From MTA, NYC DOT and NYC Ferry schedules, so no delays or crowding. Streets © OpenStreetMap contributors.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is Allerton or Williamsbridge-Olinville better for families?
- Allerton and Williamsbridge-Olinville each suit different families. Allerton leads on Schools, Neighborhood Character, and Families, while Williamsbridge-Olinville leads on Affordability. What's "better" depends on what you prioritize — safety, schools, affordability, or transit. Our neighborhood search can rank them by your own weights.
- How do Allerton and Williamsbridge-Olinville compare on safety and schools?
- Allerton: 15/100 safety, 51/100 schools. Williamsbridge-Olinville: 14/100 safety, 24/100 schools.
- Are Allerton and Williamsbridge-Olinville similar neighborhoods?
- They're 87% similar across the nine signals we score. Allerton stands out on Schools, Neighborhood Character, and Families.
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