Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester vs Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville
Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester (Bronx) and Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville (Queens), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester scores higher on Families and Activities; Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville leads on Health and Transit. Overall they're 89% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester | Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 42/100 | 42/100 (leads) |
| Families | 49/100 (leads) | 33/100 |
| Affordability | 92/100 (leads) | 87/100 |
| Schools | 3/100 | 6/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 43/100 (leads) | 39/100 |
| Transit | 4/100 | 11/100 (leads) |
| Safety | 40/100 (leads) | 34/100 |
| Health | 59/100 | 84/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 12/100 (leads) | 3/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester | Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 70–73 min | 68–73 min (leads) |
| To Lower Manhattan | 78–81 min | 72–79 min (leads) |
| To Hudson Yards | 75–79 min | 68–73 min (leads) |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 75–78 min | 73–78 min (leads) |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 71–74 min (leads) | 78–83 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 87–91 min | 69–76 min (leads) |
| To Long Island City | 73–77 min | 62–66 min (leads) |
| To Jamaica | 98–102 min | 38–40 min (leads) |
| To Flushing | 74–78 min | 68–72 min (leads) |
| To Fordham | 39–41 min (leads) | 93–102 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 Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester or Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville better for families?
- Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester and Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville each suit different families. Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester leads on Families, Activities, and Safety, while Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville leads on Health, Transit, and Schools. 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 Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester and Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville compare on safety and schools?
- Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester: 40/100 safety, 3/100 schools. Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville: 34/100 safety, 6/100 schools.
- Are Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester and Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville similar neighborhoods?
- They're 89% similar across the nine signals we score. Eastchester-Edenwald-Baychester stands out on Families, Activities, and Safety.
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