Is Astoria, Queens Safe in 2026?
Based on 4,862 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 5 shooting incidents, and 13,589 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Astoria is below the Queens average for crime and trending safer (5.4% fewer incidents year-over-year).
Astoria is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 4,862 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers December 2024 – December 2025 (12 months) · Source: NYPD CompStat & NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated April 26, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
4,862
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
5
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
719
1,538 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 5.4%
5.4% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 1,119 | 23.0% |
| harrassment 2 | 806 | 16.6% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 480 | 9.9% |
| grand larceny | 392 | 8.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 344 | 7.1% |
| felony assault | 212 | 4.4% |
| off. agnst pub ord sensblty & | 186 | 3.8% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 185 | 3.8% |
Severity Distribution
Where Crimes Occur
Quality of Life Indicators
311 complaints reveal patterns about daily quality of life that crime statistics alone do not capture. These are resident-reported issues from the past 12 months.
Noise Complaints
8,847
84.3 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
604
5.8 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
907
8.6 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
3,231
30.8 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Arrest Activity
Arrest data reflects law enforcement activity in the area. High arrest counts relative to crime can indicate active policing; low counts may reflect under-enforcement or lower crime.
Total Arrests
2,721
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
1,384
51% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
1,316
48% of total
How Safe Is Astoria Compared to Other Queens Neighborhoods?
Queens Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little Neck | 622 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 87% |
| Middle Village | 965 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 80% |
| Fresh Meadows | 982 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 80% |
| Kew Gardens | 988 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 79% |
| Whitestone | 1,003 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 79% |
| Jamaica Estates | 1,008 | 2 | Much Safer Than Average | 79% |
| Glendale | 1,138 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 76% |
| Bayside | 1,182 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 75% |
| Rego Park | 1,250 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Howard Beach | 1,251 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Ozone Park | 2,378 | 4 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Richmond Hill | 2,937 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 69% |
| College Point | 1,491 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 69% |
| Maspeth | 1,639 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 66% |
| Briarwood | 1,615 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 66% |
| Woodside | 1,767 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 63% |
| Sunnyside | 2,308 | 0 | Average | 52% |
| Long Island City | 2,523 | 0 | Average | 47% |
| Astoria (this page) | 4,862 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Corona | 2,673 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Ridgewood | 2,735 | 2 | Higher Than Average | 43% |
| Rockaway Beach | 2,770 | 10 | Higher Than Average | 42% |
| Forest Hills | 3,877 | 1 | Much Higher Than Average | 19% |
| Flushing | 4,843 | 3 | High Activity Area | 0% |
| Jackson Heights | 5,229 | 0 | High Activity Area | 0% |
| Elmhurst | 6,283 | 2 | High Activity Area | 0% |
| Jamaica | 11,940 | 10 | High Activity Area | 0% |
Understanding This Data
All crime statistics on this page are sourced directly from the NYPD CompStat database via NYC Open Data. Incidents are mapped to neighborhood boundaries using the NYC Department of City Planning Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (NTAs) — the same geographic units used in official census reporting. Each safety score reflects the cumulative activity within the NTA boundaries assigned to Astoria.
NTA boundaries are drawn to maintain population comparability across census tracts, which means they may not perfectly align with what residents consider their "neighborhood." In some cases, a single NTA spans areas with different character. The percentile ranking compares Astoria only against other NTAs within Queens, so scores are borough-relative rather than city-wide.
Safety conditions vary significantly block by block. Neighborhood-level statistics provide important context but should not substitute for address-level research. Use DwellCheck to analyze a specific address and understand the precise safety environment within walking distance of where you plan to live.
Frequently Asked Questions about Astoria Safety
Is Astoria safe?
Astoria is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 4,862 crime incidents were recorded, including 5 shooting incidents. Astoria is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 4,862 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Astoria?
The most common crimes in Astoria are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (1,119 incidents, 23% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (806 incidents, 16.6% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (480 incidents, 9.9% of total).
Is Astoria safer than the Queens average?
Astoria is safer than 44% of Queens neighborhoods. It had 32% fewer incidents than the borough average (4,862 vs. a borough average of 7,200).
How has crime changed in Astoria?
Crime in Astoria has improved by 5.4% year-over-year, dropping from 5,138 to 4,862 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Astoria?
311 data shows 8,847 Very High complaints, 604 Moderate complaints, and 907 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Astoria safe at night?
Night safety in Astoria varies by block. About 30.7% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Astoria recorded 5 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Astoria safe for families?
For families considering Astoria: the neighborhood recorded 8,847 noise complaints (very high for Queens) and 604 rodent reports. It ranks in the 44th percentile for safety in Queens. Family-friendliness also depends on schools, parks, and building quality — use DwellCheck to evaluate a specific address.
What is the safest neighborhood in Queens?
Safety varies across Queens neighborhoods. Astoria ranks at the 44th percentile with 4,862 incidents. Compare all Queens neighborhoods in the comparison table above to see how each ranks by total crime, shootings, and borough percentile. All data is sourced from NYPD CompStat.
Can you walk around Astoria at night?
Astoria is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 5 shooting incidents and 4,862 total crime incidents — 32% fewer incidents than the borough average. Walking at night carries the same risk profile as anywhere in NYC: stay on commercial corridors with foot traffic, avoid empty side streets after midnight, and prefer subway lines that run 24/7.
Is Astoria dangerous?
By NYPD data, Astoria is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 44% of Queens neighborhoods. 4,862 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 5.4% year-over-year, dropping from 5,138 to 4,862 incidents. Block-level risk varies; check our address-level safety score for any specific street or building to weight NYPD incidents within a 250-meter radius.
What parts of Astoria should I avoid?
NYPD CompStat reports incidents at the precinct level, not block-by-block, so a granular "avoid this street" answer isn't possible from public data alone. The most reliable signal at the block level is DwellCheck's address-level safety score, which weights NYPD incidents within a 250m radius of a specific building. As a general rule across all NYC neighborhoods: industrial blocks with no foot traffic are higher-risk than residential blocks; subway-station-adjacent commercial corridors are lowest-risk.
Is Astoria a good place to live?
Astoria scores in the 44th percentile for safety in Queens. Astoria is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 4,862 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months. Whether it's a good fit depends on what you weight: families, solo renters, and remote workers prioritize different factors (noise, transit access, parks, building quality). Use DwellCheck's full livability page for Astoria to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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