Elmhurst vs Rego Park: 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

	Elmhurst Queens	Rego Park Queens
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	86	138
Violent Crime	3	2
Robbery	1	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Elmhurst is currently safer with 86 incidents vs 138 in Rego Park. Safety grades: Elmhurst (B) vs Rego Park (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elmhurst or Rego Park safer?

Elmhurst currently has fewer incidents (86 vs 138 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Elmhurst: 3 violent incidents. Rego Park: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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