Howard Beach vs Hell's Kitchen: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated March 25, 2026

Howard Beach
Queens
Hell's Kitchen
Manhattan
Safety Grade A B
30-Day Incidents 0 2
Violent Crime 0 1
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Howard Beach is currently safer with 0 incidents vs 2 in Hell's Kitchen. Safety grades: Howard Beach (A) vs Hell's Kitchen (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Howard Beach or Hell's Kitchen safer?

Howard Beach currently has fewer incidents (0 vs 2 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Howard Beach: 0 violent incidents. Hell's Kitchen: 1. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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