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 84
2 Long Island City A 45
3 Jackson Heights C 332
4 Ridgewood B 87
5 Sunnyside A 106
6 Bayside A 4
7 Corona C 84
8 Elmhurst B 58
9 Far Rockaway D 43
10 Flushing A 1
11 Forest Hills A 59
12 Fresh Meadows A 15
13 Jamaica D 59
14 Ozone Park B 8
15 Queens Village B 14
16 Rego Park B 138
17 Woodhaven B 39
18 Woodside B 35
19 Maspeth A 3
20 Glendale A 6
21 Middle Village A 3
22 Howard Beach A 4
23 Kew Gardens B 65
24 Richmond Hill B 88
25 South Ozone Park A 35
26 Whitestone A 3
27 College Point A 18

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 84 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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