Is Sunnyside, Queens Safe in 2026?
Based on 2,308 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 5,983 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Sunnyside is below the Queens average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Sunnyside is considered about average, ranking safer than 52% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,308 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
2,308
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
416
760 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 3.4%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 611 | 26.5% |
| harrassment 2 | 373 | 16.2% |
| grand larceny | 232 | 10.1% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 210 | 9.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 155 | 6.7% |
| felony assault | 109 | 4.7% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 99 | 4.3% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 83 | 3.6% |
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
2,982
85.2 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
215
6.1 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
261
7.5 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
2,525
72.1 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
402
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
172
43% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
225
56% of total
How Safe Is Sunnyside 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 (this page) | 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 Sunnyside.
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 Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside Safety
Is Sunnyside safe?
Sunnyside is rated "Average" — Typical for the borough. Over the past 12 months, 2,308 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. Sunnyside is considered about average, ranking safer than 52% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,308 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Sunnyside?
The most common crimes in Sunnyside are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (611 incidents, 26.5% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (373 incidents, 16.2% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (232 incidents, 10.1% of total).
Is Sunnyside safer than the Queens average?
Sunnyside is safer than 52% of Queens neighborhoods. It had 4% fewer incidents than the borough average (2,308 vs. a borough average of 2,400).
How has crime changed in Sunnyside?
Crime in Sunnyside has remained stable year-over-year (2,388 vs 2,308 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Sunnyside?
311 data shows 2,982 Very High complaints, 215 Moderate complaints, and 261 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Sunnyside safe at night?
Night safety in Sunnyside varies by block. About 30.6% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Sunnyside recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Sunnyside safe for families?
For families considering Sunnyside: the neighborhood recorded 2,982 noise complaints (very high for Queens) and 215 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 52% 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. Sunnyside ranks at the 52th percentile with 2,308 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 Sunnyside at night?
Sunnyside is classified as "Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 2,308 total crime incidents — 4% 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 Sunnyside dangerous?
By NYPD data, Sunnyside is rated "Average" — safer than 52% of Queens neighborhoods. 2,308 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (2,388 vs 2,308 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 Sunnyside 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 Sunnyside a good place to live?
Sunnyside scores in the 52th percentile for safety in Queens. Sunnyside is considered about average, ranking safer than 52% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,308 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 Sunnyside to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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