Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway vs Kew Gardens
Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway (Queens) and Kew Gardens (Queens), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway scores higher on Activities and Neighborhood Character; Kew Gardens leads on Transit and Affordability. Overall they're 85% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway | Kew Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 58/100 (leads) | 57/100 |
| Families | 30/100 (leads) | 25/100 |
| Affordability | 38/100 | 53/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 82/100 (leads) | 69/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 78/100 (leads) | 57/100 |
| Transit | 55/100 | 70/100 (leads) |
| Safety | 71/100 (leads) | 56/100 |
| Health | 67/100 | 79/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 79/100 (leads) | 53/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway | Kew Gardens |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 40–41 min (leads) | 43–44 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 51–53 min (leads) | 52–54 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 47–48 min | 46–50 min (leads) |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 47–48 min (leads) | 50–52 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 44–45 min (leads) | 53–54 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 59–60 min | 52–54 min (leads) |
| To Long Island City | 28–30 min (leads) | 33–34 min |
| To Jamaica | 53–55 min | 21–23 min (leads) |
| To Flushing | 45–47 min | 41–42 min (leads) |
| To Fordham | 60–63 min (leads) | 70–74 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 Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway or Kew Gardens better for families?
- Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway and Kew Gardens each suit different families. Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway leads on Activities, Neighborhood Character, and Safety, while Kew Gardens leads on Transit, Affordability, 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 Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway and Kew Gardens compare on safety and schools?
- Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway: 71/100 safety, 82/100 schools. Kew Gardens: 56/100 safety, 69/100 schools.
- Are Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway and Kew Gardens similar neighborhoods?
- They're 85% similar across the nine signals we score. Astoria (North)-Ditmars-Steinway stands out on Activities, Neighborhood Character, and Safety.
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