Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?
Updated March 24, 2026
| Harlem Manhattan |
Washington Heights Manhattan |
|
|---|---|---|
| Safety Grade | D | C |
| 30-Day Incidents | 36 | 28 |
| Violent Crime | 2 | 0 |
| Robbery | 2 | 1 |
| Drug Activity | 13 | 7 |
Washington Heights is currently safer with 28 incidents vs 36 in Harlem. Safety grades: Harlem (D) vs Washington Heights (C).
Washington Heights currently has fewer incidents (28 vs 36 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.
Harlem: 2 violent incidents. Washington Heights: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.