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 125
2 Long Island City A 48
3 Jackson Heights C 446
4 Ridgewood B 199
5 Sunnyside B 190
6 Bayside A 0
7 Corona C 126
8 Elmhurst B 83
9 Far Rockaway D 112
10 Flushing A 13
11 Forest Hills A 130
12 Fresh Meadows B 58
13 Jamaica D 25
14 Ozone Park B 5
15 Queens Village B 19
16 Rego Park B 112
17 Woodhaven B 61
18 Woodside B 78
19 Maspeth A 2
20 Glendale A 19
21 Middle Village B 5
22 Howard Beach A 2
23 Kew Gardens C 107
24 Richmond Hill B 89
25 South Ozone Park A 7
26 Whitestone A 0
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 125 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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