Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville vs Far Rockaway-Bayswater
Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville (Queens) and Far Rockaway-Bayswater (Queens), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville scores higher on Neighborhood Character and Transit; Far Rockaway-Bayswater leads on Schools and Activities. Overall they're 88% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville | Far Rockaway-Bayswater |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 42/100 | 49/100 (leads) |
| Families | 33/100 | 37/100 (leads) |
| Affordability | 87/100 | 90/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 6/100 | 25/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 39/100 (leads) | 18/100 |
| Transit | 11/100 (leads) | 3/100 |
| Safety | 34/100 | 42/100 (leads) |
| Health | 84/100 | 90/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 3/100 | 17/100 (leads) |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville | Far Rockaway-Bayswater |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 68–73 min (leads) | 87–91 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 72–79 min (leads) | 76–80 min |
| To Hudson Yards | 68–73 min (leads) | 91–94 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 73–78 min (leads) | 90–94 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 78–83 min (leads) | 100–104 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 69–76 min (leads) | 71–74 min |
| To Long Island City | 62–66 min (leads) | 85–88 min |
| To Jamaica | 38–40 min (leads) | 64–66 min |
| To Flushing | 68–72 min (leads) | 90–94 min |
| To Fordham | 93–102 min (leads) | 117–120 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 Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville or Far Rockaway-Bayswater better for families?
- Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville and Far Rockaway-Bayswater each suit different families. Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville leads on Neighborhood Character and Transit, while Far Rockaway-Bayswater leads on Schools, Activities, and Safety. 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 Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville and Far Rockaway-Bayswater compare on safety and schools?
- Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville: 34/100 safety, 6/100 schools. Far Rockaway-Bayswater: 42/100 safety, 25/100 schools.
- Are Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville and Far Rockaway-Bayswater similar neighborhoods?
- They're 88% similar across the nine signals we score. Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville stands out on Neighborhood Character and Transit.
Which neighborhood fits your family?
Our neighborhood search ranks the 197 residential NYC neighborhoods by your own weights — safety, schools, affordability, transit, and more. Free, no account needed.
Rank neighborhoods for my family →