Yorkville vs Williamsburg: Safety Comparison

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

Updated September 26, 2026

	Yorkville Manhattan	Williamsburg Brooklyn
Safety Grade	A	B
30-Day Incidents	126	204
Violent Crime	0	0
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	0	2

Verdict

Yorkville is currently safer with 126 incidents vs 204 in Williamsburg. Safety grades: Yorkville (A) vs Williamsburg (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yorkville or Williamsburg safer?

Yorkville currently has fewer incidents (126 vs 204 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Yorkville: 0 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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