Crown Heights 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 27, 2026

Crown Heights
Brooklyn
Astoria
Queens
Safety Grade D B
30-Day Incidents 615 125
Violent Crime 12 5
Robbery 1 5
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Astoria is currently safer with 125 incidents vs 615 in Crown Heights. Safety grades: Crown Heights (D) vs Astoria (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crown Heights or Astoria safer?

Astoria currently has fewer incidents (125 vs 615 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Crown Heights: 12 violent incidents. Astoria: 5. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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