East Village vs Greenwich Village: Safety Comparison

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

Updated June 27, 2026

East Village
Manhattan
Greenwich Village
Manhattan
Safety Grade C B
30-Day Incidents 254 102
Violent Crime 24 8
Robbery 5 3
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Greenwich Village is currently safer with 102 incidents vs 254 in East Village. Safety grades: East Village (C) vs Greenwich Village (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Village or Greenwich Village safer?

Greenwich Village currently has fewer incidents (102 vs 254 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

East Village: 24 violent incidents. Greenwich Village: 8. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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