Roosevelt Island vs Hell's Kitchen: Safety Comparison

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

Updated March 29, 2026

Roosevelt Island
Manhattan
Hell's Kitchen
Manhattan
Safety Grade B C
30-Day Incidents 49 330
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 12 2

Verdict

Roosevelt Island is currently safer with 49 incidents vs 330 in Hell's Kitchen. Safety grades: Roosevelt Island (B) vs Hell's Kitchen (C).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roosevelt Island or Hell's Kitchen safer?

Roosevelt Island currently has fewer incidents (49 vs 330 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Roosevelt Island: 0 violent incidents. Hell's Kitchen: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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