Richmond Hill, Queens Safety Report

B fairly safe

Updated September 26, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
88
Trend
Down 11% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
274

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Queens (30d)
3281
Citywide (30d)
38725
Richmond Hill share
2.7%

Recent Incidents in Richmond Hill

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CONNECTION AT DRAIN PIPE AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3F, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9266 Lot 32 [HPD:19238819] Sep 23, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3F, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9266 Lot 32 [HPD:19238820] Sep 23, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM @ Block 9266 Lot 32 [HPD:19238821] Sep 23, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE EXPOSED ELECTRICAL AT OUTLET AT NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9456 Lot 5 [HPD:19243277] Sep 23, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL SWITCH AT EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9456 Lot 5 [HPD:19243276] Sep 23, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF MICE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9456 Lot 5 [HPD:19243275] Sep 23, 2026
  7. 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 IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9456 Lot 5 [HPD:19243274] Sep 23, 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 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9456 Lot 5 [HPD:19243273] Sep 23, 2026
  9. 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 1F, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 9456 Lot 5 [HPD:19243272] Sep 23, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1 REAR, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 9456 Lot 5 [HPD:19243271] Sep 23, 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 88 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, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (260 incidents).

How does Richmond Hill compare to the rest of Queens?

Richmond Hill logged 88 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 (88).

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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