Yorkville vs Upper East 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

	Yorkville Manhattan	Upper East Side Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	A
30-Day Incidents	71	52
Violent Crime	2	2
Robbery	7	3
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Upper East Side is currently safer with 52 incidents vs 71 in Yorkville. Safety grades: Yorkville (B) vs Upper East Side (A).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yorkville or Upper East Side safer?

Upper East Side currently has fewer incidents (52 vs 71 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Yorkville: 2 violent incidents. Upper East Side: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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