Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?
Updated May 11, 2026
| Washington Heights Manhattan |
Harlem Manhattan |
|
|---|---|---|
| Safety Grade | C | D |
| 30-Day Incidents | 228 | 348 |
| Violent Crime | 0 | 9 |
| Robbery | 1 | 7 |
| Drug Activity | 0 | 2 |
Washington Heights is currently safer with 228 incidents vs 348 in Harlem. Safety grades: Washington Heights (C) vs Harlem (D).
Washington Heights currently has fewer incidents (228 vs 348 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.
Washington Heights: 0 violent incidents. Harlem: 9. These counts reflect the last 30 days.