Flushing 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

	Flushing Queens	Astoria Queens
Safety Grade	A	B
30-Day Incidents	20	49
Violent Crime	1	0
Robbery	0	1
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Flushing is currently safer with 20 incidents vs 49 in Astoria. Safety grades: Flushing (A) vs Astoria (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flushing or Astoria safer?

Flushing currently has fewer incidents (20 vs 49 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Flushing: 1 violent incidents. Astoria: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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