Nolita 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

Nolita
Manhattan		 Astoria
Queens
Safety Grade B B
30-Day Incidents 113 49
Violent Crime 1 0
Robbery 3 1
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Astoria is currently safer with 49 incidents vs 113 in Nolita. Safety grades: Nolita (B) vs Astoria (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nolita or Astoria safer?

Astoria currently has fewer incidents (49 vs 113 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

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

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