Safest Neighborhoods in Queens (2026)

Updated daily with real crime data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, and more

27 neighborhoods ranked from safest to most dangerous. Grades are based on 30-day incident data weighted by severity.

# NEIGHBORHOOD GRADE INCIDENTS (30D)
1 Astoria B 49
2 Long Island City A 1
3 Jackson Heights B 172
4 Ridgewood B 45
5 Sunnyside A 68
6 Bayside A 10
7 Corona C 62
8 Elmhurst B 21
9 Far Rockaway D 12
10 Flushing A 20
11 Forest Hills A 43
12 Fresh Meadows A 11
13 Jamaica D 11
14 Ozone Park A 1
15 Queens Village B 3
16 Rego Park A 49
17 Woodhaven B 29
18 Woodside B 51
19 Maspeth A 3
20 Glendale A 3
21 Middle Village A 3
22 Howard Beach A 2
23 Kew Gardens B 39
24 Richmond Hill A 31
25 South Ozone Park A 11
26 Whitestone A 0
27 College Point A 5

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the safest neighborhood in Queens?

Astoria currently holds the best safety grade in Queens with a grade of B and 49 incidents in the last 30 days.

Is Queens safe to live in?

Safety varies significantly across Queens's 27 neighborhoods. The safest areas have grade A or B ratings, while others rate D or F. Use NEMESIS to check specific neighborhoods before signing a lease.

How are Queens neighborhoods ranked for safety?

NEMESIS aggregates real-time data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, CCRB, HPD, EMS, and community reports. Each neighborhood is graded A-F based on incident volume, severity, and livability factors like transit, dining, and parks.

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