Howard Beach, Queens Safety Report

A very safe

Updated August 12, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Waterfront community on Jamaica Bay with the AirTrain JFK connection, Gateway National Recreation Area access, and Italian-American dining.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
1
Trend
Flat vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
5

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Queens (30d)
3940
Citywide (30d)
34125
Howard Beach share
0.0%

Recent Incidents in Howard Beach

  1. Robbery — Police Activity on Residential Street at Night @ 161-52 91st St (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-Oxn38FzPhXapi0GFAOK] Jul 18, 2026
  2. Robbery — Blue Acura With Tinted Windows Sought in Theft @ 87th St & 163rd Ave (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-OwxZNbZ8ESaXSrS75dQ] Jul 7, 2026
  3. Violent Crime — Report of Altercation in Restaurant @ 159-40 Cross Bay Blvd (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-OuJoQVb_KWcfWDi-oyh] Jun 4, 2026
  4. Robbery — Report of Man Broke Into Car @ 101-05 160th Ave (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-Ou6BgwwwXJZCXBhMSJd] Jun 2, 2026
  5. Violent Crime — Report of Man Assaulted, Robbed @ 95th St & 165th Ave (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-Ot07AUUH0YLFj-tRdhY] May 19, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Howard Beach, Queens safe?

Howard Beach currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 1 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Howard Beach?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Afternoon (12pm–6pm) sees the most activity (2 incidents).

How does Howard Beach compare to the rest of Queens?

Howard Beach logged 1 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Howard Beach?

The most reported categories are: Robbery (1).

Is Howard Beach getting safer or more dangerous?

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

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