Woodbine Street and Cypress Ave Ridgewood NY?

Question

I am going to New York this fall, and wanted to know if anyone could tell me anything about this area? I am staying near the intersection of Woodbine Street and Cypress Ave in Ridgewood... Is is a good area, or bad area, any tips? thanks

Answer 1

Not the best, but not the worst of the area either.

Answer 2

It's a working-class residential area.  Not the best neighborhood, but it's not the worst either.

As is true anywhere else in New York City, use common sense and don't make yourself a target--  Avoid displaying jewelry or other valuables, travel in groups if possible, don't walk through dimly-lit places, know your surroundings, etc.