Is College Point, Queens Safe in 2026?
Based on 1,491 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 2 shooting incidents, and 2,043 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, College Point is below the Queens average for crime and trending safer (11.7% fewer incidents year-over-year).
College Point is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 69% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 1,491 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
1,491
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
2
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
182
419 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 11.7%
11.7% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 364 | 24.4% |
| harrassment 2 | 287 | 19.2% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 191 | 12.8% |
| grand larceny | 91 | 6.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 85 | 5.7% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 63 | 4.2% |
| felony assault | 62 | 4.2% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 61 | 4.1% |
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
1,620
46.3 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
29
0.8 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
195
5.6 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
199
5.7 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
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
431
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
125
29% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
294
68% of total
How Safe Is College Point 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 (this page) | 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 College Point.
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 College Point 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 College Point Safety
Is College Point safe?
College Point is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 1,491 crime incidents were recorded, including 2 shooting incidents. College Point is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 69% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 1,491 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in College Point?
The most common crimes in College Point are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (364 incidents, 24.4% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (287 incidents, 19.2% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (191 incidents, 12.8% of total).
Is College Point safer than the Queens average?
College Point is safer than 69% of Queens neighborhoods. It had 38% fewer incidents than the borough average (1,491 vs. a borough average of 2,400).
How has crime changed in College Point?
Crime in College Point has improved by 11.7% year-over-year, dropping from 1,688 to 1,491 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about College Point?
311 data shows 1,620 Very High complaints, 29 Low complaints, and 195 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is College Point safe at night?
Night safety in College Point varies by block. About 26.2% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. College Point recorded 2 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is College Point safe for families?
For families considering College Point: the neighborhood recorded 1,620 noise complaints (very high for Queens) and 29 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 69% 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. College Point ranks at the 69th percentile with 1,491 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 College Point at night?
College Point is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 2 shooting incidents and 1,491 total crime incidents — 38% 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 College Point dangerous?
By NYPD data, College Point is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 69% of Queens neighborhoods. 1,491 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 11.7% year-over-year, dropping from 1,688 to 1,491 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 College Point 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 College Point a good place to live?
College Point scores in the 69th percentile for safety in Queens. College Point is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 69% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 1,491 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 College Point to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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