Kew Gardens, Queens Safety Report

B fairly safe

Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Residential neighborhood with Tudor-style homes, Queens Criminal Court complex, and proximity to Forest Park.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
39
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
39

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Queens (30d)
1413
Citywide (30d)
13481
Kew Gardens share
2.8%

Recent Incidents in Kew Gardens

  1. Violent Crime — Report of Four Gunshots Fired Near Transit @ 89-24 129th St (Richmond Hill, Queens) [CZ:-OsIU_OmH38-EVd3UG-O] May 10, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC WALL TILES AT SOUTH AND WEST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT B9, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9305 Lot 41 [HPD:18877150] May 7, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SHOWER KNOBS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT B9, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9305 Lot 41 [HPD:18877149] May 7, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT B9, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9305 Lot 41 [HPD:18877145] May 7, 2026
  5. 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 SOUTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 6th STORY @ Block 3356 Lot 23 [HPD:18875750] May 6, 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 AND NORTH WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 6E, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 3356 Lot 23 [HPD:18875749] May 6, 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 AND NORTH WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 6E, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 3356 Lot 23 [HPD:18875747] May 6, 2026
  8. Violent Crime — Report of Five Gunshots Fired @ 119-51 Metropolitan Ave (Kew Gardens, Queens) [CZ:-Orpw8DynvB3sQLeANpJ] May 5, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 9278 Lot 72 [HPD:18852647] May 5, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2038 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE LIGHTING FOR LIGHT FIXTURES AT CEILING 1ST STORY PUBLIC HALL @ Block 9278 Lot 72 [HPD:18852646] May 5, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kew Gardens, Queens safe?

Kew Gardens currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 39 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Kew Gardens?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (38 incidents).

How does Kew Gardens compare to the rest of Queens?

Kew Gardens logged 39 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Kew Gardens?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (37), Violent Crime (2).

Is Kew Gardens 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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