Chelsea 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 August 12, 2026

Chelsea
Manhattan		 Astoria
Queens
Safety Grade B B
30-Day Incidents 18 183
Violent Crime 4 6
Robbery 3 3
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Chelsea is currently safer with 18 incidents vs 183 in Astoria. Safety grades: Chelsea (B) vs Astoria (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chelsea or Astoria safer?

Chelsea currently has fewer incidents (18 vs 183 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Chelsea: 4 violent incidents. Astoria: 6. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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