Bed-Stuy vs Astoria: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated May 11, 2026

Bed-Stuy
Brooklyn		 Astoria
Queens
Safety Grade D B
30-Day Incidents 118 49
Violent Crime 1 0
Robbery 1 1
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Astoria is currently safer with 49 incidents vs 118 in Bed-Stuy. Safety grades: Bed-Stuy (D) vs Astoria (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bed-Stuy or Astoria safer?

Astoria currently has fewer incidents (49 vs 118 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Bed-Stuy: 1 violent incidents. Astoria: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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