Whitestone-Beechhurst vs Oakwood-Richmondtown
Whitestone-Beechhurst (Queens) and Oakwood-Richmondtown (Staten Island), compared across the nine signals we score for families. Whitestone-Beechhurst scores higher on Transit and Neighborhood Character; Oakwood-Richmondtown leads on Affordability and Health. Overall they're 86% similar on family fit.
How they compare
| Metric | Whitestone-Beechhurst | Oakwood-Richmondtown |
|---|---|---|
| Family Fit | 61/100 | 68/100 (leads) |
| Families | 16/100 (leads) | 9/100 |
| Affordability | 76/100 | 97/100 (leads) |
| Schools | 79/100 | 96/100 (leads) |
| Neighborhood Character | 53/100 (leads) | 37/100 |
| Transit | 20/100 (leads) | 3/100 |
| Safety | 92/100 | 97/100 (leads) |
| Health | 75/100 | 94/100 (leads) |
| Activities | 15/100 (leads) | 5/100 |
Weekday-morning commute
| Metric | Whitestone-Beechhurst | Oakwood-Richmondtown |
|---|---|---|
| To Midtown | 66–68 min (leads) | 83–85 min |
| To Lower Manhattan | 78–80 min | 67–68 min (leads) |
| To Hudson Yards | 73–75 min (leads) | 88–90 min |
| To Union Square / Flatiron | 73–75 min (leads) | 79–80 min |
| To Upper East Side medical corridor | 75–77 min (leads) | 93–95 min |
| To Downtown Brooklyn | 83–85 min | 71–73 min (leads) |
| To Long Island City | 56–58 min (leads) | 87–89 min |
| To Jamaica | 62–64 min (leads) | 110–113 min |
| To Flushing | 30–32 min (leads) | 113–115 min |
| To Fordham | 75–79 min (leads) | 108–112 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 Whitestone-Beechhurst or Oakwood-Richmondtown better for families?
- Whitestone-Beechhurst and Oakwood-Richmondtown each suit different families. Whitestone-Beechhurst leads on Transit, Neighborhood Character, and Activities, while Oakwood-Richmondtown leads on Affordability, Health, and Schools. 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 Whitestone-Beechhurst and Oakwood-Richmondtown compare on safety and schools?
- Whitestone-Beechhurst: 92/100 safety, 79/100 schools. Oakwood-Richmondtown: 97/100 safety, 96/100 schools.
- Are Whitestone-Beechhurst and Oakwood-Richmondtown similar neighborhoods?
- They're 86% similar across the nine signals we score. Whitestone-Beechhurst stands out on Transit, Neighborhood Character, and Activities.
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