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 A 2
2 Long Island City A 0
3 Jackson Heights B 2
4 Ridgewood A 0
5 Sunnyside A 0
6 Bayside A 0
7 Corona C 9
8 Elmhurst B 1
9 Far Rockaway C 0
10 Flushing A 0
11 Forest Hills A 0
12 Fresh Meadows A 0
13 Jamaica C 0
14 Ozone Park A 0
15 Queens Village B 0
16 Rego Park A 1
17 Woodhaven B 0
18 Woodside B 3
19 Maspeth A 1
20 Glendale A 0
21 Middle Village A 0
22 Howard Beach A 0
23 Kew Gardens A 2
24 Richmond Hill A 2
25 South Ozone Park A 0
26 Whitestone A 0
27 College Point A 0

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the safest neighborhood in Queens?

Astoria currently holds the best safety grade in Queens with a grade of A and 2 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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