Roosevelt Island vs Harlem: Safety Comparison

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

Updated March 26, 2026

Roosevelt Island
Manhattan
Harlem
Manhattan
Safety Grade A C
30-Day Incidents 1 4
Violent Crime 0 2
Robbery 0 2
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Roosevelt Island is currently safer with 1 incidents vs 4 in Harlem. Safety grades: Roosevelt Island (A) vs Harlem (C).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roosevelt Island or Harlem safer?

Roosevelt Island currently has fewer incidents (1 vs 4 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Roosevelt Island: 0 violent incidents. Harlem: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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