Long Island City vs Sunnyside: Safety Comparison

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

Updated March 24, 2026

Long Island City
Queens
Sunnyside
Queens
Safety Grade A A
30-Day Incidents 6 11
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 1

Verdict

Long Island City is currently safer with 6 incidents vs 11 in Sunnyside. Safety grades: Long Island City (A) vs Sunnyside (A).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Long Island City or Sunnyside safer?

Long Island City currently has fewer incidents (6 vs 11 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Long Island City: 0 violent incidents. Sunnyside: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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