East New York (North) vs East New York-New Lots
East New York (North) (Brooklyn) and East New York-New Lots (Brooklyn), compared across the nine signals we score for families. East New York (North) scores higher on Transit and Schools; East New York-New Lots leads on Neighborhood Character and Health. Overall they're 91% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | East New York (North) | East New York-New Lots |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 45/100 (leads) | 39/100 |
| Families | 58/100 (leads) | 52/100 |
| Affordability | 64/100 (leads) | 57/100 |
| Schools | 31/100 (leads) | 21/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 8/100 | 17/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 62/100 (leads) | 44/100 |
| Safety | 25/100 (leads) | 22/100 |
| Health | 39/100 | 40/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 31/100 (leads) | 24/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | East New York (North) | East New York-New Lots |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 53–54 min (leads) | 59–61 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 37–40 min (leads) | 44–45 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 57–59 min (leads) | 65–66 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 51–53 min (leads) | 54–55 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 67–69 min (leads) | 72–73 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 32–34 min (leads) | 38–40 min |
| To Long Island City | 52–54 min (leads) | 59–61 min |
| To Jamaica | 36–38 min (leads) | 45–47 min |
| To Flushing | 67–70 min (leads) | 74–76 min |
| To Fordham | 83–87 min (leads) | 87–91 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 East New York (North) or East New York-New Lots better for families?
- East New York (North) and East New York-New Lots each suit different families. East New York (North) leads on Transit, Schools, and Affordability, while East New York-New Lots leads on Neighborhood Character and Health. 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 New York (North) and East New York-New Lots compare on safety and schools?
- East New York (North): 25/100 safety, 31/100 schools. East New York-New Lots: 22/100 safety, 21/100 schools.
- Are East New York (North) and East New York-New Lots similar neighborhoods?
- They're 91% similar across the nine signals we score. East New York (North) stands out on Transit, Schools, and Affordability.
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