Parkchester 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 August 12, 2026

	Parkchester The Bronx	Astoria Queens
Safety Grade	D	B
30-Day Incidents	286	183
Violent Crime	18	6
Robbery	9	3
Drug Activity	1	0

Verdict

Astoria is currently safer with 183 incidents vs 286 in Parkchester. Safety grades: Parkchester (D) vs Astoria (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Parkchester or Astoria safer?

Astoria currently has fewer incidents (183 vs 286 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Parkchester: 18 violent incidents. Astoria: 6. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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