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 253
2 Long Island City A 38
3 Jackson Heights C 331
4 Ridgewood B 137
5 Sunnyside B 236
6 Bayside A 2
7 Corona C 116
8 Elmhurst B 74
9 Far Rockaway D 177
10 Flushing A 12
11 Forest Hills A 94
12 Fresh Meadows A 29
13 Jamaica C 38
14 Ozone Park B 6
15 Queens Village B 17
16 Rego Park A 95
17 Woodhaven B 47
18 Woodside B 90
19 Maspeth A 0
20 Glendale A 13
21 Middle Village A 13
22 Howard Beach A 2
23 Kew Gardens B 113
24 Richmond Hill B 66
25 South Ozone Park A 14
26 Whitestone A 5
27 College Point A 29

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 253 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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