Crown Heights (South) vs Kensington
Crown Heights (South) (Brooklyn) and Kensington (Brooklyn), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Crown Heights (South) scores higher on Schools and Transit; Kensington leads on Safety and Affordability. Overall they're 87% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Crown Heights (South) | Kensington |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 55/100 | 57/100 (leads) |
| Families | 72/100 | 72/100 (leads) |
| Affordability | 34/100 | 43/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 84/100 (leads) | 67/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 92/100 (leads) | 91/100 |
| Transit | 74/100 (leads) | 65/100 |
| Safety | 27/100 | 60/100 (leads) |
| Health | 37/100 (leads) | 28/100 |
| Activities | 63/100 (leads) | 61/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Crown Heights (South) | Kensington |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 46–47 min (leads) | 49–50 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 31–32 min (leads) | 35–37 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 52–53 min (leads) | 56–58 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 42–44 min (leads) | 48–49 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 56–58 min (leads) | 63–64 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 25–27 min (leads) | 29–30 min |
| To Long Island City | 49–50 min (leads) | 51–52 min |
| To Jamaica | 51–54 min (leads) | 66–69 min |
| To Flushing | 75–77 min (leads) | 79–80 min |
| To Fordham | 71–76 min (leads) | 80–84 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 Crown Heights (South) or Kensington better for families?
- Crown Heights (South) and Kensington each suit different families. Crown Heights (South) leads on Schools, Transit, and Health, while Kensington leads on Safety, Affordability, and Family Fit. 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 Crown Heights (South) and Kensington compare on safety and schools?
- Crown Heights (South): 27/100 safety, 84/100 schools. Kensington: 60/100 safety, 67/100 schools.
- Are Crown Heights (South) and Kensington similar neighborhoods?
- They're 87% similar across the nine signals we score. Crown Heights (South) stands out on Schools, Transit, and Health.
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