Name: Zip Code 11223
Address: Brooklyn, NY

About the neighborhood

Zip Code 11223 offers convenient access to numerous rapid transit stations and multiple bus lines, making public transportation a reliable option. The mostly flat terrain supports easy bicycle commuting throughout the area. Residents benefit from proximity to a variety of public and private primary and secondary schools. Grocery shopping is simple with general and specialty stores located nearby. Over 150 restaurants and about 20 coffee shops provide diverse dining options along bustling corridors like Kings Highway. The neighborhood features approximately 10 accessible parks and many tree-lined streets, contributing to a pleasant atmosphere. Housing includes a range of options from lofts to spacious homes in duplexes and apartment buildings.

Characteristics

Transportation

Property owners in this area are provided with various choices to travel without the need for a car. Commuting by public transit is very easy in this postal code by reason of various nearby rapid transit stations on the Brooklyn F Express, Broadway Local, 6 Avenue Express, Queens Blvd Express/ 6 Av Local and Broadway Express, and about 20 nearby bus lines. Zip Code 11223 will also draw people who appreciate residing in a compact area as it is very geared to pedestrians; all daily needs can be met without a car, and there are also innumerable businesses close by. This area is rather amenable to cycling because there are not many elevation changes to challenge bicycle riders.

Services

Both primary and secondary schools are very easy to reach as a pedestrian from anywhere in Zip Code 11223. Along with public schools, there are private elementary and high schools. With regards to food, home buyers in Zip Code 11223 will appreciate that a general and a specialty grocery store is always only a very short trip away. Furthermore, owing to 700-odd restaurants and cafes in this area, there is almost always a place to get some food or drink just around the corner. House buyers benefit from very many clothing stores within a short distance, for example on Ave U.

Character

Zip Code 11223 has a character that caters to a fairly diverse group of people. There are many things to do in this area for those looking for a dynamic vibe. Even though there is a limited selection of entertainment venues, there are usually a very large number of people around, and with its approximately 30 bars, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink since they are generally located around the corner. McDonald Avenue in particular offers a vast selection of bars. Zip Code 11223 is quiet, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor, however noise can be an issue around the railway line. This postal code also features a good amount of greenery as numerous tree-lined streets are present. There are over 100 parks close by for residents to explore, including Kaiser Park and Calvert Vaux Park, which results in them being easy to access from many locations within Zip Code 11223.

Car friendly2.4

Some arteries nearby, but traffic congestion and parking problems are likely

Cycling friendly6.0

Somewhat suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreational cycling

Pedestrian friendly10.0

Exceptional number of pleasant streets and pedestrian-oriented shops within a few minutes' walk. Meeting daily needs on foot is almost always practical

Transit friendly9.6

Near a wide variety of subway lines and/or other frequent transit routes

Restaurants9.0

Exceptional variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Groceries9.8

Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping9.8

Exceptional variety of shops within a few minutes' walk

Cafes9.6

Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes' walk

Quiet5.4

Some sources of noise nearby