South Ozone Park vs Upper West Side: 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

	South Ozone Park Queens	Upper West Side Manhattan
Safety Grade	A	B
30-Day Incidents	1	150
Violent Crime	0	9
Robbery	0	7
Drug Activity	0	2

Verdict

South Ozone Park is currently safer with 1 incidents vs 150 in Upper West Side. Safety grades: South Ozone Park (A) vs Upper West Side (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is South Ozone Park or Upper West Side safer?

South Ozone Park currently has fewer incidents (1 vs 150 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

South Ozone Park: 0 violent incidents. Upper West Side: 9. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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