Elmhurst vs Woodhaven: 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	Woodhaven Queens
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	83	61
Violent Crime	1	0
Robbery	4	2
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Woodhaven is currently safer with 61 incidents vs 83 in Elmhurst. Safety grades: Elmhurst (B) vs Woodhaven (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Elmhurst or Woodhaven safer?

Woodhaven currently has fewer incidents (61 vs 83 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Elmhurst: 1 violent incidents. Woodhaven: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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