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 June 27, 2026

	Elmhurst Queens	Rego Park Queens
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	83	112
Violent Crime	1	2
Robbery	4	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Elmhurst is currently safer with 83 incidents vs 112 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 (83 vs 112 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Elmhurst: 1 violent incidents. Rego Park: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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