Is Corona Safe? Queens Livability, Crime & Rent
Corona scores 5.6 median—a neighborhood with genuine green assets and practical walkability undermined by transit scarcity, escalating crime, and noise.
Is Corona Safe?
Corona, Queens scores 5.6/10 for overall livability, ranking #11 of 11 Queens neighborhoods. Corona scores 5.6 median—a neighborhood with genuine green assets and practical walkability undermined by transit scarcity, escalating crime, and noise.
This score aggregates live NYPD crime data, 311 safety complaints, shooting incidents, and building health signals within walking distance. Safety varies by block — check a specific Corona address below for a block-level breakdown.
Score Overview
Vertical line = borough median. Scale: 0-10.
Neighborhood Character
Corona is a dense, tree-heavy neighborhood where you'll walk under a canopy that averages 108 trees per 200-meter radius—among the greenest blocks in Queens. You'll find five parks within a short walk, including the sprawling Park of the Americas and access to Flushing Meadows Park's 898 acres. The built environment is overwhelmingly walk-ups (67% of tracked stock) mixed with mid-rise buildings, creating a tightly knit streetscape. However, transit options are severely limited, and the neighborhood registers high noise complaint activity (7,053 over 12 months) alongside a worsening crime trend, creating a trade-off between outdoor livability and urban friction.
Analysis based on 3 properties scored across 30+ data points
Livability & Restoration
Tree Canopy
108 trees
Avg within 200m | Density: 9.5/10
10 additional trees per block correlates with health benefits equivalent to being 7 years younger (Kardan et al., 2015)
Park Access
Park Of The Americas
Avg 179m away | Score: 3.2/10
Living within 300m of green space associated with 30% fewer antidepressant prescriptions (Taylor et al., 2015)
Acoustic Quality
10/10
Noise proxy score (higher = quieter)
Chronic noise above 55 dB at night associated with 8% cardiovascular mortality increase (Basner et al., 2014)
Street Character
0/10
Enclosure: 0/10
Transit & Commute
Subway Stations
No transit data available
Commute Score
1/10
Borough median: 5.5/10
Walk Score Proxy
0/10
Based on street geometry analysis
Financial Landscape
Median Price
$0
Price per Sq Ft
$0
Price Distribution
Price by Building Type
Investment Indicators
Avg Unused FAR
0 sqft
Development rights potential
Unused development rights valued at $30-$80/sqft in Brooklyn (Glaeser, 2011)
Avg Days on Market
0
Market velocity signal
Multi-Family Stock
0%
2-4 family buildings
Multi-family owner-occupants build 2.4x wealth vs single-family (Herbert, 2013)
Outdoor & Green Space
Avg Tree Count
108
Within 200m radius
Canopy Density
9.5/10
Normalized canopy coverage
Park Network
- Park Of The Americas
- Simeone Park
- Corona Golf Playground
- Josephine Caminiti Playground
- Sparrow's Nest Community Garden
Avg distance: 179m
Practical Living
Building Types
Who Corona Is For
Outdoor-focused renters or buyers
Outdoor score of 6.4 (above borough median of 5) driven by dense tree coverage and five nearby parks; strong appeal if you prioritize green space
Car owners or those flexible on transit
Commute score of 1 reflects limited transit access; this is a car-dependent neighborhood, problematic for public-transportation-reliant commuters
Practical-minded residents
Practical score of 9 (well above borough median of 5.3) indicates solid walkability for daily errands, groceries, and services despite transit gaps
Pros & Cons
Strengths
Exceptional tree canopy and green infrastructure
Average of 108 trees within 200m with 9.5/10 canopy density—Corona is significantly greener than average
Multiple parks within walkable distance
Five parks average 179m away, including Park of the Americas, Simeone Park, Corona Golf Playground, and direct access to Flushing Meadows Park
Strong walkability for local needs
Practical score of 9 indicates reliable access to shops, food, and services at the neighborhood level
Low rodent complaints
Only 92 rodent complaints over 12 months (Low category), suggesting better building maintenance standards than many comparable areas
Trade-offs
Severely limited public transit
Commute score of 1 (vs. borough median 5.5)—you'll need a car or face long transit times to other neighborhoods
Worsening crime trend
Crime increased 169.7% over the measurement period, placing Corona in a deteriorating safety trajectory despite current percentile of 59%
Very high noise activity
7,053 noise complaints over 12 months indicates chronic street-level disturbances and sound pollution
Below-median investment outlook
Investment score of 5 (vs. borough median 5.5) suggests modest property appreciation prospects relative to other Queens neighborhoods
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Search an Address in CoronaFrequently Asked Questions about Corona
1Is Corona safe?
Corona safety varies by block. DwellCheck provides detailed safety data including NYPD crime statistics, arrest data, and 311 complaints. Check the Corona safety page for full details.
2What is the average rent in Corona?
Rents in Corona, Queens vary significantly by building and apartment type. The median listing price is $0. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses.
3How is transit access in Corona?
Corona has a commute score of 1/10. 0 subway stations serve the area: .
4What are the best streets in Corona?
The best streets depend on your priorities. Use DwellCheck to compare specific addresses across livability, safety, transit, and environmental factors.
5What is the average DwellScore in Corona?
The median composite score is 5.6 (interquartile range 5.2–6.0). The score is pulled up by exceptional Practical livability (9) and above-median Outdoor access (6.4), but dragged down by a Commute score of 1 and below-median Financial and Investment scores (both 5).
6How is transit access in Corona?
Transit is severely limited. The Commute score of 1 reflects sparse subway/bus coverage. You'll need a car or be prepared for lengthy public transportation journeys to reach other neighborhoods.
7Is Corona safe?
Corona registers at the 59th percentile for safety in Queens (mid-range), but this masks a serious concern: crime increased 169.7% over the past 12 months. Noise complaints (7,053) are also very high, indicating persistent street-level activity and disturbance.
8How much green space is available?
Corona has exceptional tree coverage: an average of 108 trees per 200-meter radius with 9.5/10 canopy density. Five parks (including Park of the Americas and access to Flushing Meadows) are within average 179 meters, making this one of Queens' greener neighborhoods.