Turtle Bay 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

	Turtle Bay Manhattan	Harlem Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	F
30-Day Incidents	85	634
Violent Crime	12	46
Robbery	8	6
Drug Activity	0	7

Verdict

Turtle Bay is currently safer with 85 incidents vs 634 in Harlem. Safety grades: Turtle Bay (B) vs Harlem (F).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Turtle Bay or Harlem safer?

Turtle Bay currently has fewer incidents (85 vs 634 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Turtle Bay: 12 violent incidents. Harlem: 46. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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