Richmond Hill, Queens Safety Report

B fairly safe

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

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
49
Trend
Down 52% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
261

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Queens (30d)
3940
Citywide (30d)
34125
Richmond Hill share
1.2%

Recent Incidents in Richmond Hill

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126814] Aug 8, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF COLD WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126813] Aug 8, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING LIGHT SWITCH COVERS AT WEST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19133610] Aug 8, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING CEILING IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126806] Aug 8, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING CEILING IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126807] Aug 8, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK OVER CEILING CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126808] Aug 8, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126809] Aug 8, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM . DOOR LOCKED IN CELLAR AT BOILER ROOM @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126810] Aug 8, 2026
  9. 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 HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126811] Aug 8, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2R, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 9280 Lot 33 [HPD:19126812] Aug 8, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Richmond Hill, Queens safe?

Richmond Hill currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 49 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Richmond Hill?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (246 incidents).

How does Richmond Hill compare to the rest of Queens?

Richmond Hill logged 49 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Richmond Hill?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (38), Robbery (5), Violent Crime (3).

Is Richmond Hill 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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