Fordham Heights vs University Heights (North)-Fordham
Fordham Heights (Bronx) and University Heights (North)-Fordham (Bronx), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Fordham Heights scores higher on Transit and Activities; University Heights (North)-Fordham leads on Affordability and Schools. Overall they're 92% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Fordham Heights | University Heights (North)-Fordham |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 38/100 | 40/100 (leads) |
| Families | 92/100 (leads) | 85/100 |
| Affordability | 31/100 | 41/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 7/100 | 17/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 45/100 (leads) | 39/100 |
| Transit | 53/100 (leads) | 42/100 |
| Safety | 2/100 | 8/100 (leads) |
| Health | 45/100 | 45/100 |
| Activities | 72/100 (leads) | 62/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Fordham Heights | University Heights (North)-Fordham |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 41–43 min (leads) | 45–46 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 52–53 min (leads) | 55–57 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 50–51 min (leads) | 53–54 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 49–50 min (leads) | 52–53 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 49–51 min (leads) | 51–52 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 58–60 min (leads) | 62–64 min |
| To Long Island City | 45–47 min (leads) | 48–50 min |
| To Jamaica | 72–74 min (leads) | 75–77 min |
| To Flushing | 68–70 min (leads) | 71–73 min |
| To Fordham | 13–14 min | 13–14 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 Fordham Heights or University Heights (North)-Fordham better for families?
- Fordham Heights and University Heights (North)-Fordham each suit different families. Fordham Heights leads on Transit, Activities, and Families, while University Heights (North)-Fordham leads on Affordability, Schools, and Safety. 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 Fordham Heights and University Heights (North)-Fordham compare on safety and schools?
- Fordham Heights: 2/100 safety, 7/100 schools. University Heights (North)-Fordham: 8/100 safety, 17/100 schools.
- Are Fordham Heights and University Heights (North)-Fordham similar neighborhoods?
- They're 92% similar across the nine signals we score. Fordham Heights stands out on Transit, Activities, and Families.
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