East Village vs Harlem: Safety Comparison

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

Updated November 12, 2026

East Village
Manhattan
Harlem
Manhattan
Safety Grade B F
30-Day Incidents 176 769
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 1 4

Verdict

East Village is currently safer with 176 incidents vs 769 in Harlem. Safety grades: East Village (B) vs Harlem (F).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Village or Harlem safer?

East Village currently has fewer incidents (176 vs 769 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

East Village: 0 violent incidents. Harlem: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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