Brownsville 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 June 28, 2026

Brownsville
Brooklyn
Astoria
Queens
Safety Grade F B
30-Day Incidents 284 124
Violent Crime 30 5
Robbery 6 5
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Astoria is currently safer with 124 incidents vs 284 in Brownsville. Safety grades: Brownsville (F) vs Astoria (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brownsville or Astoria safer?

Astoria currently has fewer incidents (124 vs 284 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Brownsville: 30 violent incidents. Astoria: 5. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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