Washington Heights 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 28, 2026

Washington Heights
Manhattan
Astoria
Queens
Safety Grade D B
30-Day Incidents 813 124
Violent Crime 16 5
Robbery 7 5
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Astoria is currently safer with 124 incidents vs 813 in Washington Heights. Safety grades: Washington Heights (D) vs Astoria (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington Heights or Astoria safer?

Astoria currently has fewer incidents (124 vs 813 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Washington Heights: 16 violent incidents. Astoria: 5. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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