Vinegar Hill 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

	Vinegar Hill Brooklyn	Upper West Side Manhattan
Safety Grade	A	B
30-Day Incidents	10	150
Violent Crime	1	9
Robbery	1	7
Drug Activity	0	2

Verdict

Vinegar Hill is currently safer with 10 incidents vs 150 in Upper West Side. Safety grades: Vinegar Hill (A) vs Upper West Side (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vinegar Hill or Upper West Side safer?

Vinegar Hill currently has fewer incidents (10 vs 150 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Vinegar Hill: 1 violent incidents. Upper West Side: 9. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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