Kingsbridge-Marble Hill vs Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway
Kingsbridge-Marble Hill (Bronx) and Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway (Queens), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Kingsbridge-Marble Hill scores higher on Affordability and Schools; Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway leads on Safety and Neighborhood Character. Overall they're 81% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Kingsbridge-Marble Hill | Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 55/100 | 58/100 (leads) |
| Families | 37/100 (leads) | 30/100 |
| Affordability | 54/100 (leads) | 38/100 |
| Schools | 97/100 (leads) | 82/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 55/100 | 78/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 40/100 | 55/100 (leads) |
| Safety | 29/100 | 71/100 (leads) |
| Health | 62/100 | 67/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 69/100 | 79/100 (leads) |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Kingsbridge-Marble Hill | Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 46–48 min | 40–41 min (leads) |
| To Lower Manhattan | 53–55 min | 51–53 min (leads) |
| To Hudson Yards | 50–52 min | 47–48 min (leads) |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 54–56 min | 47–48 min (leads) |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 58–60 min | 44–45 min (leads) |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 59–61 min | 59–60 min |
| To Long Island City | 52–54 min | 28–30 min (leads) |
| To Jamaica | 77–79 min | 53–55 min (leads) |
| To Flushing | 76–78 min | 45–47 min (leads) |
| To Fordham | 25–26 min (leads) | 60–63 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 Kingsbridge-Marble Hill or Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway better for families?
- Kingsbridge-Marble Hill and Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway each suit different families. Kingsbridge-Marble Hill leads on Affordability, Schools, and Families, while Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway leads on Safety, Neighborhood Character, and Transit. 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 Kingsbridge-Marble Hill and Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway compare on safety and schools?
- Kingsbridge-Marble Hill: 29/100 safety, 97/100 schools. Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway: 71/100 safety, 82/100 schools.
- Are Kingsbridge-Marble Hill and Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway similar neighborhoods?
- They're 81% similar across the nine signals we score. Kingsbridge-Marble Hill stands out on Affordability, Schools, and Families.
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