Washington Heights vs Inwood: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated November 12, 2026

Washington Heights
Manhattan
Inwood
Manhattan
Safety Grade D D
30-Day Incidents 712 498
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 1

Verdict

Inwood is currently safer with 498 incidents vs 712 in Washington Heights. Safety grades: Washington Heights (D) vs Inwood (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington Heights or Inwood safer?

Inwood currently has fewer incidents (498 vs 712 in the last 30 days) and a D safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Washington Heights: 0 violent incidents. Inwood: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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