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 June 27, 2026

	Yorkville Manhattan	Upper East Side Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	A
30-Day Incidents	211	178
Violent Crime	5	1
Robbery	5	5
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Upper East Side is currently safer with 178 incidents vs 211 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 (178 vs 211 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Yorkville: 5 violent incidents. Upper East Side: 1. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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