Carnegie Hill vs Upper West Side: Safety Comparison

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

Updated August 12, 2026

	Carnegie Hill Manhattan	Upper West Side Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	93	150
Violent Crime	8	9
Robbery	6	7
Drug Activity	0	2

Verdict

Carnegie Hill is currently safer with 93 incidents vs 150 in Upper West Side. Safety grades: Carnegie Hill (B) vs Upper West Side (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carnegie Hill or Upper West Side safer?

Carnegie Hill currently has fewer incidents (93 vs 150 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Carnegie Hill: 8 violent incidents. Upper West Side: 9. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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