Red Hook 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 June 27, 2026

	Red Hook Brooklyn	Astoria Queens
Safety Grade	C	B
30-Day Incidents	20	125
Violent Crime	7	5
Robbery	0	5
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Red Hook is currently safer with 20 incidents vs 125 in Astoria. Safety grades: Red Hook (C) vs Astoria (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hook or Astoria safer?

Red Hook currently has fewer incidents (20 vs 125 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Red Hook: 7 violent incidents. Astoria: 5. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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