Is Bayside, Queens Safe in 2026?
Based on 1,182 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 1 shooting incident, and 1,807 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Bayside is below the Queens average for crime and trending safer (7.1% fewer incidents year-over-year).
Bayside is considered much safer than average, ranking safer than 75% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 1,182 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 18, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
1,182
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
1
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
231
529 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 7.1%
7.1% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 180 | 15.2% |
| grand larceny | 156 | 13.2% |
| petit larceny | 154 | 13.0% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 98 | 8.3% |
| burglary | 91 | 7.7% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 90 | 7.6% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 78 | 6.6% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 58 | 4.9% |
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
1,447
41.3 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
36
1.0 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
186
5.3 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
138
3.9 per 1,000 residents
Low
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
622
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
268
43% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
348
56% of total
How Safe Is Bayside 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Bayside.
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 Bayside 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 Bayside Safety
Is Bayside safe?
Bayside is rated "Much Safer Than Average" — Top 25% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 1,182 crime incidents were recorded, including 1 shooting incident. Bayside is considered much safer than average, ranking safer than 75% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 1,182 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Bayside?
The most common crimes in Bayside are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (180 incidents, 15.2% of total); 2. GRAND LARCENY (156 incidents, 13.2% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (154 incidents, 13% of total).
Is Bayside safer than the Queens average?
Bayside is safer than 75% of Queens neighborhoods. It had 51% fewer incidents than the borough average (1,182 vs. a borough average of 2,400).
How has crime changed in Bayside?
Crime in Bayside has improved by 7.1% year-over-year, dropping from 1,273 to 1,182 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Bayside?
311 data shows 1,447 Very High complaints, 36 Low complaints, and 186 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Bayside safe at night?
Night safety in Bayside varies by block. About 39.2% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Bayside recorded 1 shooting incident in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Bayside safe for families?
For families considering Bayside: the neighborhood recorded 1,447 noise complaints (very high for Queens) and 36 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 75% of Queens neighborhoods, which is above average. 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. Bayside ranks at the 75th percentile with 1,182 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 Bayside at night?
Bayside is classified as "Much Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 1 shooting incident and 1,182 total crime incidents — 51% 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 Bayside dangerous?
By NYPD data, Bayside is rated "Much Safer Than Average" — safer than 75% of Queens neighborhoods. 1,182 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 7.1% year-over-year, dropping from 1,273 to 1,182 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 Bayside 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 Bayside a good place to live?
Bayside scores in the 75th percentile for safety in Queens. Bayside is considered much safer than average, ranking safer than 75% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 1,182 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 Bayside to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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