East Flatbush-Rugby vs East Flatbush-Remsen Village
East Flatbush-Rugby (Brooklyn) and East Flatbush-Remsen Village (Brooklyn), compared across the nine signals we score for families. East Flatbush-Rugby scores higher on Families and Schools; East Flatbush-Remsen Village leads on Transit and Neighborhood Character. Overall they're 88% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | East Flatbush-Rugby | East Flatbush-Remsen Village |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 44/100 (leads) | 33/100 |
| Families | 49/100 (leads) | 21/100 |
| Affordability | 65/100 (leads) | 56/100 |
| Schools | 52/100 (leads) | 41/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 93/100 | 99/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 45/100 | 53/100 (leads) |
| Safety | 29/100 (leads) | 18/100 |
| Health | 22/100 (leads) | 21/100 |
| Activities | 47/100 (leads) | 40/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | East Flatbush-Rugby | East Flatbush-Remsen Village |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 59–60 min | 56–58 min (leads) |
| To Lower Manhattan | 43–45 min | 41–43 min (leads) |
| To Hudson Yards | 64–66 min | 62–64 min (leads) |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 56–58 min | 53–54 min (leads) |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 71–72 min | 67–69 min (leads) |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 38–39 min | 36–37 min (leads) |
| To Long Island City | 62–64 min | 58–60 min (leads) |
| To Jamaica | 60–63 min | 49–52 min (leads) |
| To Flushing | 87–89 min | 77–80 min (leads) |
| To Fordham | 86–90 min | 83–87 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-Rugby or East Flatbush-Remsen Village better for families?
- East Flatbush-Rugby and East Flatbush-Remsen Village each suit different families. East Flatbush-Rugby leads on Families, Schools, and Safety, while East Flatbush-Remsen Village leads on Transit and Neighborhood Character. 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-Rugby and East Flatbush-Remsen Village compare on safety and schools?
- East Flatbush-Rugby: 29/100 safety, 52/100 schools. East Flatbush-Remsen Village: 18/100 safety, 41/100 schools.
- Are East Flatbush-Rugby and East Flatbush-Remsen Village similar neighborhoods?
- They're 88% similar across the nine signals we score. East Flatbush-Rugby stands out on Families, Schools, and Safety.
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