Greenwich Village vs Williamsburg: 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

Greenwich Village
Manhattan
Williamsburg
Brooklyn
Safety Grade A B
30-Day Incidents 90 130
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Greenwich Village is currently safer with 90 incidents vs 130 in Williamsburg. Safety grades: Greenwich Village (A) vs Williamsburg (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Greenwich Village or Williamsburg safer?

Greenwich Village currently has fewer incidents (90 vs 130 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Greenwich Village: 0 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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