SoHo 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 August 12, 2026

SoHo
Manhattan		 Harlem
Manhattan
Safety Grade B F
30-Day Incidents 237 634
Violent Crime 15 46
Robbery 19 6
Drug Activity 0 7

Verdict

SoHo is currently safer with 237 incidents vs 634 in Harlem. Safety grades: SoHo (B) vs Harlem (F).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is SoHo or Harlem safer?

SoHo currently has fewer incidents (237 vs 634 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

SoHo: 15 violent incidents. Harlem: 46. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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