Lower East Side vs SoHo: 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

	Lower East Side Manhattan	SoHo Manhattan
Safety Grade	C	B
30-Day Incidents	187	236
Violent Crime	12	8
Robbery	2	12
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Lower East Side is currently safer with 187 incidents vs 236 in SoHo. Safety grades: Lower East Side (C) vs SoHo (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lower East Side or SoHo safer?

Lower East Side currently has fewer incidents (187 vs 236 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Lower East Side: 12 violent incidents. SoHo: 8. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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