Is Fresh Meadows & Briarwood, New York Safe? Crime Map & Safety Data
Is Fresh Meadows & Briarwood Safe? Crime & Safety Data
In the 12 months of data through Jun 30, 2026, 279 crimes were reported near the center of Fresh Meadows & Briarwood — about 15.9 per 1,000 residents per year, below the citywide rate of 32.8. There are also 3,763 open building violations on record nearby.
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By the numbers · Fresh Meadows & Briarwood
279
Crimes (12 mo)
-52%vs city rate (15.9 vs 32.8 per 1k)
3,763
Open violations
Crime is compared per resident (rate); counts are totals for the area. Other figures are compared to the average New York neighborhood.
Incident map · Fresh Meadows & Briarwood
Breakdown · Fresh Meadows & Briarwood
Most common crimes in Fresh Meadows & Briarwood
Assault 3 & Related Offenses
36
Harrassment 2
31
Criminal Mischief & Related Of
26
Grand Larceny
23
Off. Agnst Pub Ord Sensblty &
21
Other
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Questions about Fresh Meadows & Briarwood
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How much crime is there in Fresh Meadows & Briarwood?
In the 12 months of data through Jun 30, 2026, 279 crimes were reported near the center of Fresh Meadows & Briarwood — about 15.9 per 1,000 residents per year, below the citywide rate of 32.8.
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Crimes cover an approximate half-mile area around the center of Fresh Meadows & Briarwood (the crime and permit datasets aren't tagged by Community District, so we use a consistent radius), in the 12 months of data through Jun 30, 2026. Crime is compared per resident (rate), so a large, busy area can have a high total but an average or below-average rate; violation counts are compared to the typical New York neighborhood. Source: City of New York open data. Open data updates on a delay, so the most recent records may be incomplete. For general information only — not legal, financial, or real-estate advice.
Outline shows the Fresh Meadows & Briarwood Community District; figures cover a half-mile around the center. Search an address for block-level detail.
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Assault 3 & Related Offenses36
Harrassment 231
Criminal Mischief & Related Of26
Grand Larceny23
Off. Agnst Pub Ord Sensblty &21
Petit Larceny20
Vehicle And Traffic Laws20
Grand Larceny Of Motor Vehicle15
Robbery13
Felony Assault11
Other Offenses Related To Theft10
Dangerous Drugs9
Miscellaneous Penal Law8
Intoxicated & Impaired Driving8
Burglary6
Administrative Code5
Offenses Against Public Admini4
Unauthorized Use Of A Vehicle2
Other State Laws (Non Penal Law)2
Dangerous Weapons2
Other State Laws2
Offenses Against The Person1
Forgery1
Frauds1
Criminal Trespass1
Theft-Fraud1
Building violation types
§27-2107 Adm Code Owner Failed To File A Valid Registration Statement With The Department As Required By Adm Code §27-2097 And Is Therefore Subject To Civil Penalties, Prohibited From Certifying Violations, And Denied The Right To Recover Possession Of Premises For Nonpayment Of Rent Until A Valid Registration Statement Is Filed.
220
(A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs.
183
Cycle 1, Sub-Cycle C (Premises Is In Community District 8)
132
Dob Safety Violation (Ll6291)
57
Dob Safety Violation (Ftf-En-Bench)
55
Other
3,116
Show top 50 of 2403 types
§27-2107 Adm Code Owner Failed To File A Valid Registration Statement With The Department As Required By Adm Code §27-2097 And Is Therefore Subject To Civil Penalties, Prohibited From Certifying Violations, And Denied The Right To Recover Possession Of Premises For Nonpayment Of Rent Until A Valid Registration Statement Is Filed.220
(A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs.183
Cycle 1, Sub-Cycle C (Premises Is In Community District 8)132
Dob Safety Violation (Ll6291)57
Dob Safety Violation (Ftf-En-Bench)55
Dob Safety Violation (Ftc-Aeu-Haz)45
Dob Safety Violation (Ll1081)31
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection Report21
§ 26-1103 Admin. Code: Post And Maintain A Proper Notice On Wall Of The Entrance Story In English And Spanish On The Availability Of The AgencyS Housing Information Guide. A Sample Notice Can Be Found At Www.Nyc.Gov/Hpd. At Public Hall, 1st Story20
§ 27-2005 Hmc: Post, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, And Maintain A Notice In A Common Area Of The Building Regarding The Procedures That Should Be Followed When A Gas Leak Is Suspected At Public Hall, 1st Story17
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 External Low Pressure Inspection16
Violation Issued For Failure To File Annual Boiler 2022 Inspection Report16
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 External Low Pressure Inspection15
Cycle 1, Sub-Cycle D (Premises Is In Community District 12)13
Dob Safety Violation (Acc1)13
§ 27-2104 Adm Code Post And Maintain A Proper Sign On Wall Of Entrance Story Showing The Registration Number Assigned By The Department And The Address Of The Building. At Public Hall, 1st Story12
Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.412
Dob Safety Violation (Ftp-En-Egrdea)12
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 External Inspection Affirmation Of Correction For Lp Device12
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 Periodic Inspection Affirmation Of Correction11
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2019 External Low Pressure Inspection11
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 External Inspection Affirmation Of Correction For Lp Device10
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 Periodic Inspection Report10
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 External Low Pressure Inspection10
Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Mice In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1stfl, 1st Story, 1st Apartment From West At North9
§ 27-2046.1 Hmc: Repair Or Replace The Carbon Monoxide Detecting Device(S). Missing In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1stfl, 1st Story, 1st Apartment From West At North9
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Inspection Affirmation Of Correction For Lp Device9
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction9
§ 9, 170, 171, 300, 301, 302 M.D.Law-File Plans And Application And Obtain A Certificate Of Occupancy To Legalize The Conversion From A Private Dwelling To Multiple Dwelling Use If Lawfully Feasible Or Restore To Lawful Occupancy8
Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Mice In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1fl, 1st Story, 1st Apartment From West At North8
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction8
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction8
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 Cat1 Test Report8
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2018 Cat1 Test Report8
§ 27-2046.1 Hmc: Repair Or Replace The Carbon Monoxide Detecting Device(S). Defective In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1stfl, 1st Story, 1st Apartment From West At North7
§27-2045(B)(5) Hmc, § 12-06, 12-10 Rcny Post A Proper Notice Of Carbon Monoxide Detecting Device Requirements, In A Form Approved By Commissioner, In A Common Area Of A Class A Multiple Dwelling Near Inspection Certificate Or Provide Notice To Tenants In Private Dwellings Missing7
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2025 Cat1 Test Report7
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 Cat1 Test Report7
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction7
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2019 Cat1 Test Report7
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2018 External Low Pressure Inspection7
§ 9, 56, 193, 300, 302 M.D. Law- Above Frame Building Has Been Converted From A Private Dwelling To A Multiple Dwelling And Is Now Occupied And Maintained As Such Contrary To Law.Restore Premises To Lawful Occupancy6
§ 27-2026, 2027 Hmc: Properly Repair The Source And Abate The Evidence Of A Water Leak At Ceiling In The Bathroom Located At Apt 1stflo, 1st Story, 1st Apartment From West At North6
§ 27-2046.1 Hmc: Repair Or Replace The Carbon Monoxide Detecting Device(S). Defective In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1stflo, 1st Story, 1st Apartment From West At North6
Hmc Adm Code: § 27-2017.4 Abate The Infestation Consisting Of Mice In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1stflo, 1st Story, 1st Apartment From West At North6
§ 27-2029 Admin. Code: Provide An Adequate Supply Of Heat For The Apartment In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1stfl, 1st Story, 1st Apartment From West At North6
§27-2104(B) Hmc Post A Proper Notice Regarding Rent Stabilization Law, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, In A Conspicuous Location Within The Common Area At The BuildingS Entrance. For More Information About Signage Requirements, Please Visit: Https://Www.Nyc.Gov/Site/Hpd/Services-And-Information/Required-Signage.Page6
Dob Safety Violation (Ftf-En-Ll97320)6
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 Periodic Inspection Affirmation Of Correction6
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2019 External Inspection Affirmation Of Correction For Lp Device6