Is Queensboro Hill safe?
Queens, New York · safety score updated nightly
Yes — it is one of the safer places in the metro to walk around.
VibeLoco rates Queensboro Hill as “Go”.
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Gogo's take on Queensboro Hill
“Go. Queensboro Hill is a calm, predominantly residential Queens enclave that offers a safe and peaceful environment for visitors. While it lacks direct subway access, it features very low violent crime rates, welcoming local eateries, and easy access to expansive green spaces.”
About the area
Queensboro Hill is a quiet, diverse neighborhood situated immediately south of Downtown Flushing and north of the Long Island Expressway. Characterized by modest single-family homes, garden apartments, and neighborhood-serving markets, it serves as a tranquil residential retreat with strong community stability.
- Quiet Residential
- Family-Friendly
- Diverse Community
- Park-Adjacent
Walking and biking in Queensboro Hill
Walk score: 84/100 · Bike score: 68/100
Citi Bike docking stations are available throughout the area, with convenient access to off-street paved paths within the Kissena Corridor Park system.
Reasons to go, and reasons to think twice
Pros
- Low violent crime rates compared to broader NYC citywide averages
- Stable middle-class residential demographic with high household stability
- Immediate access to Kissena Corridor Park and Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
- Authentic and uncrowded Asian and Latin American dining options
Cons
- Property crime concerns primarily involving occasional car break-ins and package theft
- Heavy vehicle traffic along arterial borders like Main Street and the Long Island Expressway
- No direct subway station within the neighborhood borders
Homelessness: Visible homelessness is very low in this neighborhood. Any sporadic unhoused individuals typically stay closer to major commercial intersections along Main Street, and encampments are not a notable presence.
What Queensboro Hill is like at each time of day
- Morning · 5a – 11a
- Streets are active and safe with students heading to school and residents catching express buses.
- Afternoon · 11a – 5p
- A steady, relaxed pace with moderate foot traffic near local markets and along Main Street.
- Evening · 5p – 10p
- Quiet and residential, with well-lit main corridors and little to no street disturbance.
- Late night · 10p – 5a
- Very sleepy and calm, though typical urban awareness is advised near dimly lit park perimeters.
Transit, parking and getting around
MTA New York City Transit operates frequent bus routes including the Q17, Q25, Q34, and Q44-SBS, which connect northward to the Flushing–Main Street 7 train and LIRR station in about 10-15 minutes.
Street parking is generally manageable on residential side streets compared to Downtown Flushing, though commercial avenues feature metered parking with limited private garage availability.
Things to do in Queensboro Hill
- Walk the scenic greenway paths in Kissena Corridor Park connecting to Kissena Park
- Sample regional Chinese pastries and specialty teas along Main Street and Kissena Boulevard
- Visit the nearby Queens Botanical Garden located along the neighborhood's northwestern edge
Local favorites
- Yeh's Bakery · Bakery · 4.4★ (410)Longstanding neighborhood staple renowned for fresh Taiwanese sponge cakes and savory pork buns.
- Main Street Imperial Pizza · Pizza Restaurant · 4.3★ (330)Classic neighborhood pizzeria serving traditional New York-style slices and hot hero sandwiches.
- E-Garden Restaurant · Chinese Restaurant · 4.2★ (190)Casual eatery serving authentic Cantonese comfort food and noodle dishes in a relaxed setting.
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Common questions about Queensboro Hill
Is Queensboro Hill safe to walk at night?
Generally yes — use the same awareness you would anywhere after dark.
Is Queensboro Hill a good place to live?
On safety, Queensboro Hill scores 81/100 — safer than most of the areas we score, which is a good start for anyone looking to live here.
How walkable is Queensboro Hill?
Walk score 84/100 and bike score 68/100. Most errands can be done on foot.
Which areas near Queensboro Hill are safer?
Fresh Meadows-Utopia (89), Kew Gardens Hills (86), Murray Hill-Broadway Flushing (84) score higher nearby.
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