Forest Hills, Queens Safety Report

A very safe

Updated June 27, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Leafy, affluent Queens neighborhood with Forest Hills Gardens' Tudor homes, Austin Street shopping, and the historic West Side Tennis Club.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
130
Trend
Up 21% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
237

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Queens (30d)
4090
Citywide (30d)
41016
Forest Hills share
3.2%

Recent Incidents in Forest Hills

  1. Violent Crime — NYPD Seeks Help ID'ing Suspect Wanted for Punching MTA Employee in Face @ Forest Hills-71 Ave (E) (F) (M) (R) (Forest Hills, Queens) — Anyone with information is asked to call the [NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline](tel:800-577-8477) or submit tips through the [Crime Stoppers website](https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/). [CZ:-Ow0iU5EprNRS24fUj1e] Jun 26, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER BALANCE WINDOW LOWER SASH AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 6H, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2134 Lot 13 [HPD:19028723] Jun 24, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT NORTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 3159 Lot 7501 [HPD:19028533] Jun 24, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 3159 Lot 7501 [HPD:19028532] Jun 24, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 3159 Lot 7501 [HPD:19028531] Jun 24, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 3159 Lot 7501 [HPD:19028530] Jun 24, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 3159 Lot 7501 [HPD:19028529] Jun 24, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE LATCH AT COMPACTOR DOOR WEST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY @ Block 2234 Lot 6 [HPD:19029131] Jun 24, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT GAS RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 226, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2234 Lot 6 [HPD:19029130] Jun 24, 2026
  10. Robbery — Report of Two Shoplifters Stole Four Chairs, Toilet Paper, Snacks From CVS @ 10002 Queens Blvd (Forest Hills, Queens) [CZ:-OvnNsqsJn58NjMxvh1i] Jun 23, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Forest Hills, Queens safe?

Forest Hills currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 130 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Forest Hills?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (3). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (225 incidents).

How does Forest Hills compare to the rest of Queens?

Forest Hills logged 130 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Forest Hills?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (121), Robbery (5), Violent Crime (3).

Is Forest Hills getting safer or more dangerous?

Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are up. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.

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