Queens, NY
Is Pettit Ave / Judge St a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe626
Medium254
Low402
Other878
94 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape35
Child involved16
Assault2
Other43
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male patient is being transported to Lenox Hill hospital with paramedics from units West Side 46 and 67 on board. | E 77th St, New York, NY 10075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched to 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard, with unit 7605 responding to assist. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units and medics were dispatched to a possible major trauma at the intersection of 76th Road and Parsons Boulevard in Queens, with additional backup requested. | 76th Rd & Parsons Blvd, Queens, NY 11366 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are responding to a reported panhandling incident near 167th–168th Street on a subway line involving a male who is handcuffed and wearing a red shirt and mask. | 168th St, Queens, NY | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call involves a patient in a black Honda Pilot near 1st Avenue and East 96th Street. Units were requested for a bus in the area. | 1st Ave & E 96th St, New York, NY 10029 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a reported car crash on the Brooklyn-bound outer roadway of the Williamsburg Bridge. One person was still in the vehicle but did not appear to be trapped, and the rescue response was reduced while EMS was assigned. | Williamsburg Bridge, Brooklyn, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, police units responded to a license plate reader alert near Fourteenth Avenue and the Cross Island Parkway exit in Queens. Radio traffic later referenced a silver Mercedes with a Georgia license plate reportedly wanted in connection with a possible gunpoint vehicle theft traveling toward the Whitestone area. | 14th Ave & Cross Island Pkwy, Queens, NY 11357 | Weapons |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a request was made for a bus to transport a patient from Spencer Street and Park Avenue to UW. | Spencer St & Park Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched near 30th Avenue and 41st Street in Astoria for a pet struck. Emergency units responded, with one unit later canceled after EMS was reported en route. | 41st St & 30th Ave., Queens, NY 11103 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units responded to a reported incident where a bus apparently struck a pedestrian near 30th Avenue and 41st Street in Queens. | 41st St & 30th Ave., Queens, NY 11103 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$478,604
Average Rent
$3,599
Vacancy Rate
6.1%
Overview
Pettit Ave / Judge St is one of the most densely populated neighborhoods in America, with a population density exceeding 140,000 per square mile.
The housing stock is dominated by large apartment complexes and a high concentration of small units, mostly renter occupied.
Extremely DenseLarge Apartment BuildingsStrong Train Commute
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 6.1% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Pettit Ave / Judge St is mostly large apartment buildings with a high share of small units and moderate vacancy rates.
| Large Apartment Buildings | 72.4% |
|---|---|
| Small Units (1-2 bedrooms) | 82.5% |
| Renter Occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
One of the most crowded neighborhoods in the US with mostly large apartment buildings.
Majority of housing consists of studios and one-bedroom units.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a diverse population with a significant Asian ancestry presence and a moderate childhood poverty rate.
Diverse Linguistic Profile — Languages spoken include Spanish, English, Chinese, Indian languages, and Tagalog.
Occupational Mix — Sales and service workers dominate, with a notable share of executives and clerical workers.
| Asian Ancestry | 46.5% |
|---|---|
| Children Below Poverty Line | 20.6% |
Demographics
| Sales & Service Workers | 60.2% |
|---|---|
| Executive/Management/Professional | 27.9% |
| Asian Ancestry | 46.5% |
| South American Ancestry | 26.5% |
| Foreign Born | 58.7% |
Commute
Most residents commute by train, with some walking and driving alone.
High train ridership supports sustainable and efficient commuting.
Transit Oriented — Majority use train for daily commute, reducing car dependency.
| Train Commute | 65.7% |
|---|---|
| Walk Commute | 8.4% |
| Drive Alone | 10.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Pettit Ave / Judge St?
The median home price is $478,604, more expensive than 37.4% of New York neighborhoods.
How dense is the neighborhood?
It has a population density of 140,058 per square mile, denser than 99.9% of US neighborhoods.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 6.1%, lower than 58.2% of US neighborhoods.