Is Middle Village, Queens Safe in 2026?
Based on 965 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 1,569 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Middle Village is below the Queens average for crime with incidents trending upward (8.2% increase year-over-year).
Middle Village is considered much safer than average, ranking safer than 80% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 965 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
Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
965
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
160
355 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 8.2%
8.2% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 254 | 26.3% |
| harrassment 2 | 162 | 16.8% |
| grand larceny | 114 | 11.8% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 99 | 10.3% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 81 | 8.4% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 61 | 6.3% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 38 | 3.9% |
| burglary | 37 | 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
1,044
29.8 per 1,000 residents
High
Rodent Reports
130
3.7 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
179
5.1 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
216
6.2 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
132
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
42
32% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
88
67% of total
How Safe Is Middle Village 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Middle Village.
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 Middle Village 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 Middle Village Safety
Is Middle Village safe?
Middle Village is rated "Much Safer Than Average" — Top 25% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 965 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. Middle Village is considered much safer than average, ranking safer than 80% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 965 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Middle Village?
The most common crimes in Middle Village are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (254 incidents, 26.3% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (162 incidents, 16.8% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (114 incidents, 11.8% of total).
Is Middle Village safer than the Queens average?
Middle Village is safer than 80% of Queens neighborhoods. It had 60% fewer incidents than the borough average (965 vs. a borough average of 2,400).
How has crime changed in Middle Village?
Crime in Middle Village has worsened by 8.2% year-over-year, rising from 892 to 965 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Middle Village?
311 data shows 1,044 High complaints, 130 Low complaints, and 179 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Middle Village safe at night?
Night safety in Middle Village varies by block. About 30.5% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Middle Village recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Middle Village safe for families?
For families considering Middle Village: the neighborhood recorded 1,044 noise complaints (high for Queens) and 130 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 80% 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. Middle Village ranks at the 80th percentile with 965 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 Middle Village at night?
Middle Village is classified as "Much Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 965 total crime incidents — 60% 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 Middle Village dangerous?
By NYPD data, Middle Village is rated "Much Safer Than Average" — safer than 80% of Queens neighborhoods. 965 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 8.2% year-over-year, rising from 892 to 965 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 Middle Village 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 Middle Village a good place to live?
Middle Village scores in the 80th percentile for safety in Queens. Middle Village is considered much safer than average, ranking safer than 80% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 965 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 Middle Village to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
Check a Specific Address in Middle Village
Neighborhood statistics tell part of the story. Get address-level crime data, building health scores, and transit access for any specific location in Middle Village.
Search an Address in Middle Village