Is Corona, Queens Safe in 2026?
Based on 2,673 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 5 shooting incidents, and 8,951 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Corona is above the Queens average for crime and trending safer (17% fewer incidents year-over-year).
Corona is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,673 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
2,673
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
5
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
502
949 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 17%
17% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| assault 3 & related offenses | 472 | 17.7% |
| harrassment 2 | 441 | 16.5% |
| petit larceny | 341 | 12.8% |
| felony assault | 207 | 7.7% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 180 | 6.7% |
| grand larceny | 155 | 5.8% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 139 | 5.2% |
| robbery | 139 | 5.2% |
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
7,292
208.3 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
102
2.9 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
334
9.5 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
1,223
34.9 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
860
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
381
44% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
468
54% of total
How Safe Is Corona 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 | 4,862 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Corona (this page) | 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 Corona.
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 Corona 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 Corona Safety
Is Corona safe?
Corona is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 2,673 crime incidents were recorded, including 5 shooting incidents. Corona is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,673 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Corona?
The most common crimes in Corona are: 1. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (472 incidents, 17.7% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (441 incidents, 16.5% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (341 incidents, 12.8% of total).
Is Corona safer than the Queens average?
Corona is safer than 44% of Queens neighborhoods. It had 11% more incidents than the borough average (2,673 vs. a borough average of 2,400).
How has crime changed in Corona?
Crime in Corona has improved by 17% year-over-year, dropping from 3,221 to 2,673 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Corona?
311 data shows 7,292 Very High complaints, 102 Low complaints, and 334 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Corona safe at night?
Night safety in Corona varies by block. About 40.7% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Corona recorded 5 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Corona safe for families?
For families considering Corona: the neighborhood recorded 7,292 noise complaints (very high for Queens) and 102 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. Corona ranks at the 44th percentile with 2,673 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 Corona at night?
Corona is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 5 shooting incidents and 2,673 total crime incidents — 11% more 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 Corona dangerous?
By NYPD data, Corona is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 44% of Queens neighborhoods. 2,673 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 17% year-over-year, dropping from 3,221 to 2,673 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 Corona 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 Corona a good place to live?
Corona scores in the 44th percentile for safety in Queens. Corona is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,673 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 Corona to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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