Midwood 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 March 27, 2026

	Midwood Brooklyn	Astoria Queens
Safety Grade	A	A
30-Day Incidents	1	2
Violent Crime	1	0
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Midwood is currently safer with 1 incidents vs 2 in Astoria. Safety grades: Midwood (A) vs Astoria (A).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midwood or Astoria safer?

Midwood currently has fewer incidents (1 vs 2 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

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

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