Chelsea-Hudson Yards vs Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square
Chelsea-Hudson Yards (Manhattan) and Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square (Manhattan), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Chelsea-Hudson Yards scores higher on Safety and Affordability; Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square leads on Activities and Families. Overall they're 89% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Chelsea-Hudson Yards | Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 46/100 (leads) | 44/100 |
| Families | 57/100 | 67/100 (leads) |
| Affordability | 6/100 (leads) | 1/100 |
| Schools | 81/100 | 88/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 26/100 | 35/100 (leads) |
| Transit | 96/100 | 100/100 (leads) |
| Safety | 31/100 (leads) | 4/100 |
| Health | 12/100 (leads) | 8/100 |
| Activities | 89/100 | 99/100 (leads) |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Chelsea-Hudson Yards | Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 16–17 min | 13–14 min (leads) |
| To Lower Manhattan | 19–20 min | 19–20 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 12 min (leads) | 21–22 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 19–20 min | 8 min (leads) |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 32–33 min | 28 min (leads) |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 25–26 min | 24–25 min (leads) |
| To Long Island City | 23 min | 21–22 min (leads) |
| To Jamaica | 47–49 min (leads) | 48–50 min |
| To Flushing | 45–47 min | 44–46 min (leads) |
| To Fordham | 45–48 min | 40–44 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 Chelsea-Hudson Yards or Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square better for families?
- Chelsea-Hudson Yards and Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square each suit different families. Chelsea-Hudson Yards leads on Safety, Affordability, and Health, while Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square leads on Activities, Families, 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 Chelsea-Hudson Yards and Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square compare on safety and schools?
- Chelsea-Hudson Yards: 31/100 safety, 81/100 schools. Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square: 4/100 safety, 88/100 schools.
- Are Chelsea-Hudson Yards and Midtown South-Flatiron-Union Square similar neighborhoods?
- They're 89% similar across the nine signals we score. Chelsea-Hudson Yards stands out on Safety, Affordability, and Health.
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