Longwood vs University Heights (South)-Morris Heights
Longwood (Bronx) and University Heights (South)-Morris Heights (Bronx), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Longwood scores higher on Activities and Transit; University Heights (South)-Morris Heights leads on Families and Schools. Overall they're 90% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Longwood | University Heights (South)-Morris Heights |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 41/100 | 47/100 (leads) |
| Families | 78/100 | 92/100 (leads) |
| Affordability | 46/100 | 55/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 19/100 | 33/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 4/100 | 12/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 49/100 (leads) | 40/100 |
| Safety | 7/100 | 11/100 (leads) |
| Health | 48/100 (leads) | 44/100 |
| Activities | 56/100 (leads) | 40/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Longwood | University Heights (South)-Morris Heights |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 42–44 min (leads) | 46–47 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 51–53 min (leads) | 55–56 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 47–49 min (leads) | 53–54 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 47–49 min (leads) | 52–53 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 43–44 min (leads) | 48–50 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 59–61 min (leads) | 62–64 min |
| To Long Island City | 45–48 min (leads) | 49–51 min |
| To Jamaica | 72–74 min (leads) | 75–77 min |
| To Flushing | 62–65 min (leads) | 72–73 min |
| To Fordham | 34–36 min | 24–25 min (leads) |
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 Longwood or University Heights (South)-Morris Heights better for families?
- Longwood and University Heights (South)-Morris Heights each suit different families. Longwood leads on Activities, Transit, and Health, while University Heights (South)-Morris Heights leads on Families, Schools, and 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 Longwood and University Heights (South)-Morris Heights compare on safety and schools?
- Longwood: 7/100 safety, 19/100 schools. University Heights (South)-Morris Heights: 11/100 safety, 33/100 schools.
- Are Longwood and University Heights (South)-Morris Heights similar neighborhoods?
- They're 90% similar across the nine signals we score. Longwood stands out on Activities, Transit, and Health.
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