Greenwich Village 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 May 11, 2026

Greenwich Village
Manhattan
Upper West Side
Manhattan
Safety Grade A A
30-Day Incidents 33 56
Violent Crime 0 6
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Greenwich Village is currently safer with 33 incidents vs 56 in Upper West Side. Safety grades: Greenwich Village (A) vs Upper West Side (A).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenwich Village or Upper West Side safer?

Greenwich Village currently has fewer incidents (33 vs 56 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Greenwich Village: 0 violent incidents. Upper West Side: 6. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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