SoHo 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 June 27, 2026

SoHo
Manhattan		 Williamsburg
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B B
30-Day Incidents 236 216
Violent Crime 8 8
Robbery 12 2
Drug Activity 0 2

Verdict

Williamsburg is currently safer with 216 incidents vs 236 in SoHo. Safety grades: SoHo (B) vs Williamsburg (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is SoHo or Williamsburg safer?

Williamsburg currently has fewer incidents (216 vs 236 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

SoHo: 8 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 8. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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