Woodside vs Elmhurst: 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

Woodside
Queens		 Elmhurst
Queens
Safety Grade B B
30-Day Incidents 78 83
Violent Crime 7 1
Robbery 1 4
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Woodside is currently safer with 78 incidents vs 83 in Elmhurst. Safety grades: Woodside (B) vs Elmhurst (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Woodside or Elmhurst safer?

Woodside currently has fewer incidents (78 vs 83 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Woodside: 7 violent incidents. Elmhurst: 1. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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