Flushing vs Fresh Meadows: 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

	Flushing Queens	Fresh Meadows Queens
Safety Grade	A	A
30-Day Incidents	20	40
Violent Crime	0	0
Robbery	0	1
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Flushing is currently safer with 20 incidents vs 40 in Fresh Meadows. Safety grades: Flushing (A) vs Fresh Meadows (A).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flushing or Fresh Meadows safer?

Flushing currently has fewer incidents (20 vs 40 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Flushing: 0 violent incidents. Fresh Meadows: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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