Williamsburg vs Upper West Side: Safety Comparison

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

Updated March 24, 2026

	Williamsburg Brooklyn	Upper West Side Manhattan
Safety Grade	B	A
30-Day Incidents	18	145
Violent Crime	0	2
Robbery	1	0
Drug Activity	2	5

Verdict

Williamsburg is currently safer with 18 incidents vs 145 in Upper West Side. Safety grades: Williamsburg (B) vs Upper West Side (A).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsburg or Upper West Side safer?

Williamsburg currently has fewer incidents (18 vs 145 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Williamsburg: 0 violent incidents. Upper West Side: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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