Columbia Street Waterfront 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

Columbia Street Waterfront
Brooklyn
Astoria
Queens
Safety Grade A B
30-Day Incidents 16 49
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 1 1
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Columbia Street Waterfront is currently safer with 16 incidents vs 49 in Astoria. Safety grades: Columbia Street Waterfront (A) vs Astoria (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Columbia Street Waterfront or Astoria safer?

Columbia Street Waterfront currently has fewer incidents (16 vs 49 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Columbia Street Waterfront: 0 violent incidents. Astoria: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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