Why is Brooklyn a lot more popular than Astoria, Queens?

[Mary Joe]

Hi All, am hoping for some feedback here.

I am comparing Astoria in Queens against what I think as similar neighborhoods in Brooklyn, ie  Bed-sty, Bushwick, Crown Heights.

If it is up to me, Astoria would be my #1 choice without a doubt.  

But demand for Astoria housing never seems to be able to catch up with Bed-sty, bushwick, crown heights.

Can someone offer some insights why you think that is the case?

Astoria has so much more to offer IMO.  And it is way closer to Manhattan. 

Many thanks