Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports
Major Queens transit hub with AirTrain JFK access, diverse shopping along Jamaica Avenue, and significant ongoing development around Sutphin Boulevard.
Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 11402 Guy R Brewer Blvd (Jamaica, Queens) [CZ:-OsKFx4v2jyiE_WCyj1q] May 11, 2026
Robbery — Two Men Tried to Steal Woman's Phone @ 153rd St & 110th Rd (Jamaica, Queens) [CZ:-OsJgEmBbAk_1_g3wAae] May 11, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE HANDRAILS AT SOUTH WALL IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 12171 Lot 6 [HPD:18878029] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE WASHBASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 12171 Lot 6 [HPD:18878036] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 12171 Lot 6 [HPD:18878035] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE NEWEL AT RAILS IN THE 4th ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 12171 Lot 6 [HPD:18878034] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT EAST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 12171 Lot 6 [HPD:18878032] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 12171 Lot 6 [HPD:18878031] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 12171 Lot 6 [HPD:18878030] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 12171 Lot 6 [HPD:18878028] May 7, 2026
Jamaica currently holds a D safety grade, meaning it has well below average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 11 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.
What is the safest time to walk in Jamaica?
Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (11). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (11 incidents).
How does Jamaica compare to the rest of Queens?
Jamaica logged 11 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.
What types of incidents are most common in Jamaica?
The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (8), Violent Crime (2), Robbery (1).
Is Jamaica getting safer or more dangerous?
Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are up. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.