Yorkville vs Lenox Hill: 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

	Yorkville Manhattan	Lenox Hill Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	B
30-Day Incidents	71	47
Violent Crime	2	5
Robbery	7	8
Drug Activity	0	1

Verdict

Lenox Hill is currently safer with 47 incidents vs 71 in Yorkville. Safety grades: Yorkville (B) vs Lenox Hill (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yorkville or Lenox Hill safer?

Lenox Hill currently has fewer incidents (47 vs 71 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Yorkville: 2 violent incidents. Lenox Hill: 5. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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