Crown Heights 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 June 28, 2026

Crown Heights
Brooklyn
Upper West Side
Manhattan
Safety Grade D B
30-Day Incidents 593 172
Violent Crime 13 13
Robbery 1 10
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Upper West Side is currently safer with 172 incidents vs 593 in Crown Heights. Safety grades: Crown Heights (D) vs Upper West Side (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Crown Heights or Upper West Side safer?

Upper West Side currently has fewer incidents (172 vs 593 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Crown Heights: 13 violent incidents. Upper West Side: 13. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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