Sunnyside, Queens Safety Report

B fairly safe

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

Residential Queens neighborhood with Sunnyside Gardens' historic planned community, diverse restaurants along Queens Boulevard, and strong community organizations.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
236
Trend
Up 17% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
686

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Queens (30d)
4445
Citywide (30d)
42098
Sunnyside share
5.3%

Recent Incidents in Sunnyside

  1. Drug Activity — Drug Activity: Use Indoor @ 47-22 45 STREET [311:71047545] Nov 9, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: §27-2033.3(B) CORRECT FAILURE TO INSTALL AN INTERNET CAPABLE TEMPERATURE REPORTING DEVICE IN ONE LIVING ROOM IN APARTMENT AT INCORRECT LOCATION LOCATED AT APT 10, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 190 Lot 16 [HPD:19369722] Nov 8, 2026
  3. 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 DOOR TO PUBLIC HALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 171 Lot 61 [HPD:19364839] Nov 8, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSE HOLD ITEMS CABINETS, CHAIRS, TABLE AT 1st PUBLIC HALL BULKHEAD FROM NORTH @ Block 157 Lot 40 [HPD:19360850] Nov 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 HINGES AT 1st PUBLIC HALL BULKHEAD FROM NORTH @ Block 157 Lot 40 [HPD:19360849] Nov 7, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PORCELAIN TILES AT FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT K6, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 157 Lot 40 [HPD:19360848] Nov 7, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH AT CENTER LOCATED AT APT K6, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 157 Lot 40 [HPD:19360847] Nov 7, 2026
  8. 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 IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH AT CENTER LOCATED AT APT K6, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 157 Lot 40 [HPD:19360846] Nov 7, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3D, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 192 Lot 35 [HPD:19360973] Nov 7, 2026
  10. 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 3D, 3rd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 192 Lot 35 [HPD:19360972] Nov 7, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Sunnyside, Queens safe?

Sunnyside currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 236 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Sunnyside?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (685 incidents).

How does Sunnyside compare to the rest of Queens?

Sunnyside logged 236 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Sunnyside?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (231), Drug Activity (5).

Is Sunnyside 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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