East Flatbush-Erasmus vs Washington Heights (North)
East Flatbush-Erasmus (Brooklyn) and Washington Heights (North) (Manhattan), compared across the nine signals we score for families. East Flatbush-Erasmus scores higher on Health and Affordability; Washington Heights (North) leads on Neighborhood Character and Safety. Overall they're 87% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | East Flatbush-Erasmus | Washington Heights (North) |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 43/100 (leads) | 39/100 |
| Families | 69/100 | 73/100 (leads) |
| Affordability | 41/100 (leads) | 23/100 |
| Schools | 49/100 (leads) | 48/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 52/100 | 75/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 62/100 (leads) | 56/100 |
| Safety | 13/100 | 28/100 (leads) |
| Health | 21/100 (leads) | 0/100 |
| Activities | 71/100 | 75/100 (leads) |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | East Flatbush-Erasmus | Washington Heights (North) |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 50–51 min | 39–41 min (leads) |
| To Lower Manhattan | 36–37 min (leads) | 46–47 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 56–57 min | 44–45 min (leads) |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 46–48 min (leads) | 47–49 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 61–63 min | 53–56 min (leads) |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 30–31 min (leads) | 51–53 min |
| To Long Island City | 52–54 min | 45–47 min (leads) |
| To Jamaica | 60–64 min (leads) | 69–71 min |
| To Flushing | 80–82 min | 68–71 min (leads) |
| To Fordham | 76–79 min | 28–31 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 East Flatbush-Erasmus or Washington Heights (North) better for families?
- East Flatbush-Erasmus and Washington Heights (North) each suit different families. East Flatbush-Erasmus leads on Health, Affordability, and Transit, while Washington Heights (North) leads on Neighborhood Character, Safety, and Families. 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 East Flatbush-Erasmus and Washington Heights (North) compare on safety and schools?
- East Flatbush-Erasmus: 13/100 safety, 49/100 schools. Washington Heights (North): 28/100 safety, 48/100 schools.
- Are East Flatbush-Erasmus and Washington Heights (North) similar neighborhoods?
- They're 87% similar across the nine signals we score. East Flatbush-Erasmus stands out on Health, Affordability, and Transit.
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