Kew Gardens, Queens Safety Report

C average safety

Updated June 27, 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
107
Trend
Down 37% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
278

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Queens (30d)
4090
Citywide (30d)
41016
Kew Gardens share
2.6%

Recent Incidents in Kew Gardens

  1. Violent Crime — NYPD Seeks Help ID'ing Suspect Wanted for Sunday Shooting @ 130th St & 90th Ave (Richmond Hill, 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:-OvrZLe2LLOu6UdFmOJ7] Jun 24, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CEREMIC TILES AT OUTSIDE ENTRANCE DOOR TO BASEMENT @ Block 9236 Lot 33 [HPD:19015690] Jun 19, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILES AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY @ Block 9279 Lot 93 [HPD:19016164] Jun 19, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN UNIFORM COLOR AT NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 9279 Lot 93 [HPD:19016153] Jun 19, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CONNECTION AT WASTELINE AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 9279 Lot 93 [HPD:19016152] Jun 19, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 9279 Lot 93 [HPD:19016151] Jun 19, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 9279 Lot 93 [HPD:19016150] Jun 19, 2026
  8. 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, 3rd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 9279 Lot 93 [HPD:19016149] Jun 19, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2073 ADM CODE - PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT GAS RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 9279 Lot 93 [HPD:19016148] Jun 19, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 9279 Lot 93 [HPD:19016163] Jun 19, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kew Gardens, Queens safe?

Kew Gardens currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 107 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, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (3). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (272 incidents).

How does Kew Gardens compare to the rest of Queens?

Kew Gardens logged 107 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 (102), Robbery (2), Violent Crime (2).

Is Kew Gardens getting safer or more dangerous?

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

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