Is Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing safe?
Queens, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing
“Go. Murray Hill and Broadway Flushing offer a quiet, highly safe residential enclave with exceptional Korean dining along Northern Boulevard and Roosevelt Avenue. Violent crime rates are well below NYC citywide averages, making it an easy and secure place to explore day or night. Visitors should simply exercise normal city street awareness along busy commercial corridors.”
About the area
Situated just east of bustling Downtown Flushing, Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing is a leafy, culturally vibrant neighborhood characterized by tree-lined residential streets, detached brick homes, and mid-rise co-ops. It is renowned for its premier Korean dining district centered around Northern Boulevard and the LIRR Broadway station. The area delivers a suburban-neighborhood feel combined with rich culinary attractions.
- Family-Friendly
- Walkable Dining Hub
- Quiet Residential
- Cultural Enclave
Walking and biking in Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing
Walk score: 85/100 · Bike score: 68/100
Citi Bike docks are stationed around transit hubs and major avenues, and local streets offer comfortable riding, though dedicated protected bike lanes are sparse on main thoroughfares.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Violent crime rates are significantly lower than both the Queens borough and NYC citywide averages
- High rates of owner occupancy and well-maintained housing stock provide strong neighborhood stability
- World-class Korean culinary scene with lively, well-lit dining corridors along Northern Boulevard and Roosevelt Avenue
- Direct, efficient transit access into Midtown Manhattan via the Long Island Rail Road
Cons
- Heavy vehicular traffic and occasional pedestrian congestion along major arterials like Northern Boulevard
- Property crimes such as vehicle break-ins and catalytic converter theft occur occasionally on quiet side streets
- Distance from the subway requires reliance on the LIRR or connecting bus lines for rapid transit
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is minimal in this area, with occasional panhandling near busy supermarket entrances along Northern Boulevard, as services and shelters are concentrated further west in Downtown Flushing.
What Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Peaceful and active as commuters walk to the LIRR stations and local bakeries open along the commercial strips.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- Calm and residential with moderate foot traffic around shopping plazas and local grocers.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Bustling and warmly lit near Northern Boulevard and the Broadway station as dining rooms fill up.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Quiet and generally secure, though side streets become dark and empty with limited activity outside of late-night eateries.
Transit, parking and getting around
MTA Long Island Rail Road (Port Washington Branch) stops directly in the neighborhood at Murray Hill and Broadway stations, reaching Penn Station or Grand Central in about 20 minutes. Frequent MTA bus routes (Q12, Q13, Q28, Q15) connect quickly to the Flushing-Main Street 7 train terminus.
Metered street parking is available along Northern Boulevard and Roosevelt Avenue, while free street parking is generally manageable on surrounding residential side streets, subject to alternate-side parking rules.
Things to do in Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing
- Embark on a Korean BBQ and dessert crawl along the dense restaurant corridor near the Broadway LIRR station
- Take a quiet architectural stroll through the historic Broadway-Flushing residential district to view early 20th-century revival homes
- Visit Bowne Park nearby for a peaceful walk around its scenic pond and shaded pathways
Local favorites
- Mapo BBQ · Korean Barbecue Restaurant · 4.5★ (1150)Celebrated neighborhood institution famous for tabletop charcoal-grilled short ribs and traditional banchan.
- The Coop · Korean Fried Chicken & Bar · 4.4★ (820)Lively local hangout serving extra-crispy soy garlic and spicy chicken wings alongside soju cocktails.
- H Mart - Northern Blvd · Asian Grocery Store · 4.3★ (2400)Sprawling supermarket stocked with fresh Asian produce, marinated meats, house-made kimchi, and ready-to-eat Korean meals.
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Common questions about Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing
Is Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing a good place to live?
On safety, Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing scores 84/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing?
Walk score 85/100 and bike score 68/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing are safer?
Whitestone-Beechhurst (91), Bay Terrace-Clearview (90), Auburndale (Queens) (90) score higher nearby.
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