Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville vs Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere
Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville (Queens) and Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere (Queens), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville scores higher on Neighborhood Character and Families; Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere leads on Safety and Activities. Overall they're 85% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville | Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 42/100 (leads) | 41/100 |
| Families | 33/100 (leads) | 12/100 |
| Affordability | 87/100 | 88/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 6/100 (leads) | 0/100 |
| Neighborhood Character | 39/100 (leads) | 5/100 |
| Transit | 11/100 | 14/100 (leads) |
| Safety | 34/100 | 48/100 (leads) |
| Health | 84/100 | 90/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 3/100 | 14/100 (leads) |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville | Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 68–73 min (leads) | 81–84 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 72–79 min | 66–68 min (leads) |
| To Hudson Yards | 68–73 min (leads) | 85–88 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 73–78 min (leads) | 82–85 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 78–83 min (leads) | 95–98 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 69–76 min | 61–63 min (leads) |
| To Long Island City | 62–66 min (leads) | 79–81 min |
| To Jamaica | 38–40 min (leads) | 59–62 min |
| To Flushing | 68–72 min (leads) | 84–87 min |
| To Fordham | 93–102 min (leads) | 112–117 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 Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere better for families?
- Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville and Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere each suit different families. Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville leads on Neighborhood Character, Families, and Schools, while Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere leads on Safety, Activities, 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 Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville and Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere compare on safety and schools?
- Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville: 34/100 safety, 6/100 schools. Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere: 48/100 safety, 0/100 schools.
- Are Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville and Rockaway Beach-Arverne-Edgemere similar neighborhoods?
- They're 85% similar across the nine signals we score. Springfield Gardens (South)-Brookville stands out on Neighborhood Character, Families, and Schools.
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