Brooklyn Heights vs Windsor Terrace-South Slope
Brooklyn Heights (Brooklyn) and Windsor Terrace-South Slope (Brooklyn), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Brooklyn Heights scores higher on Transit and Activities; Windsor Terrace-South Slope leads on Neighborhood Character and Affordability. Overall they're 87% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Brooklyn Heights | Windsor Terrace-South Slope |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 60/100 | 61/100 (leads) |
| Families | 63/100 | 65/100 (leads) |
| Affordability | 10/100 | 19/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 75/100 | 78/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 48/100 | 73/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 99/100 (leads) | 74/100 |
| Safety | 83/100 | 89/100 (leads) |
| Health | 35/100 | 37/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 87/100 (leads) | 72/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Brooklyn Heights | Windsor Terrace-South Slope |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 29–30 min (leads) | 45–47 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 14 min (leads) | 31–32 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 34–35 min (leads) | 53–54 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 31–32 min (leads) | 45–47 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 44–45 min (leads) | 61–62 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 11–12 min (leads) | 24–25 min |
| To Long Island City | 36–37 min (leads) | 45–47 min |
| To Jamaica | 49–53 min (leads) | 64–67 min |
| To Flushing | 61–62 min (leads) | 74–76 min |
| To Fordham | 58–62 min (leads) | 77–81 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 Brooklyn Heights or Windsor Terrace-South Slope better for families?
- Brooklyn Heights and Windsor Terrace-South Slope each suit different families. Brooklyn Heights leads on Transit and Activities, while Windsor Terrace-South Slope leads on Neighborhood Character, Affordability, 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 Brooklyn Heights and Windsor Terrace-South Slope compare on safety and schools?
- Brooklyn Heights: 83/100 safety, 75/100 schools. Windsor Terrace-South Slope: 89/100 safety, 78/100 schools.
- Are Brooklyn Heights and Windsor Terrace-South Slope similar neighborhoods?
- They're 87% similar across the nine signals we score. Brooklyn Heights stands out on Transit and Activities.
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