Howard Beach, Queens Safety Report

A very safe

Updated September 26, 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
4
Trend
Up 100% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
8

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Queens (30d)
3281
Citywide (30d)
38725
Howard Beach share
0.1%

Recent Incidents in Howard Beach

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN UNIFORM COLOR CEILING, NORTH AND EAST WALLS IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT GROUND, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 14145 Lot 50 [HPD:19239960] Sep 23, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT FL2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 14175 Lot 146 [HPD:19242853] Sep 23, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT FL2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 14175 Lot 146 [HPD:19242852] Sep 23, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT FL2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 14175 Lot 146 [HPD:19242851] Sep 23, 2026
  5. Robbery — Five Men Trying to Rob Man Near Tennis Court @ 165th Ave & 98th St (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-P-RjwIYfC0FiVquwjAB] Aug 20, 2026
  6. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Man Brandishing Gun During Dispute @ 157th Ave & Cross Bay Blvd (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-P-LxiVcdbya97fkZMIl] Aug 18, 2026
  7. Robbery — Police Activity on Residential Street at Night @ 161-52 91st St (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-Oxn38FzPhXapi0GFAOK] Jul 18, 2026
  8. Robbery — Blue Acura With Tinted Windows Sought in Theft @ 87th St & 163rd Ave (Howard Beach, Queens) [CZ:-OwxZNbZ8ESaXSrS75dQ] Jul 7, 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 4 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, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (6 incidents).

How does Howard Beach compare to the rest of Queens?

Howard Beach logged 4 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: hazardous_building (4).

Is Howard Beach 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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