Is East Village, Manhattan Safe in 2026?
Based on 4,175 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 1 shooting incident, and 13,079 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, East Village is below the Manhattan average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
East Village is considered about average, ranking safer than 54% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 4,175 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers December 2024 – December 2025 (12 months) · Source: NYPD CompStat & NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated April 18, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
4,175
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
1
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
829
1,300 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 3.7%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 887 | 21.2% |
| harrassment 2 | 617 | 14.8% |
| grand larceny | 577 | 13.8% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 499 | 12.0% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 302 | 7.2% |
| other offenses related to theft | 156 | 3.7% |
| felony assault | 147 | 3.5% |
| off. agnst pub ord sensblty & | 144 | 3.4% |
Severity Distribution
Where Crimes Occur
Quality of Life Indicators
311 complaints reveal patterns about daily quality of life that crime statistics alone do not capture. These are resident-reported issues from the past 12 months.
Noise Complaints
9,084
259.5 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
387
11.1 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
644
18.4 per 1,000 residents
High
Heat/Hot Water
2,964
84.7 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Arrest Activity
Arrest data reflects law enforcement activity in the area. High arrest counts relative to crime can indicate active policing; low counts may reflect under-enforcement or lower crime.
Total Arrests
1,760
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
724
41% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
1,021
58% of total
How Safe Is East Village Compared to Other Manhattan Neighborhoods?
Manhattan Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuyvesant Town | 523 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 94% |
| Morningside Heights | 1,583 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 82% |
| Gramercy Park | 1,802 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 80% |
| Yorkville | 1,898 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 79% |
| Roosevelt Island | 1,960 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 78% |
| Midtown East | 2,295 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 75% |
| Chinatown | 2,476 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 72% |
| Murray Hill | 2,888 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 68% |
| West Village | 3,307 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 63% |
| Upper West Side | 6,753 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Greenwich Village | 3,385 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Lincoln Square | 3,445 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Hamilton Heights | 3,541 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 61% |
| Upper East Side | 3,592 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 60% |
| Tribeca | 3,605 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 60% |
| Financial District | 3,732 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 59% |
| East Village (this page) | 4,175 | 1 | Average | 54% |
| Lower East Side | 4,401 | 4 | Average | 51% |
| SoHo | 4,564 | 0 | Average | 49% |
| Inwood | 2,649 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Washington Heights | 9,031 | 6 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| East Harlem | 12,491 | 18 | Higher Than Average | 31% |
| Harlem | 12,684 | 24 | Higher Than Average | 30% |
| Chelsea | 6,840 | 2 | Much Higher Than Average | 24% |
| Flatiron | 7,058 | 1 | Much Higher Than Average | 22% |
| Hell's Kitchen | 7,184 | 4 | Much Higher Than Average | 20% |
| Midtown | 12,545 | 4 | High Activity Area | 0% |
Understanding This Data
All crime statistics on this page are sourced directly from the NYPD CompStat database via NYC Open Data. Incidents are mapped to neighborhood boundaries using the NYC Department of City Planning Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (NTAs) — the same geographic units used in official census reporting. Each safety score reflects the cumulative activity within the NTA boundaries assigned to East Village.
NTA boundaries are drawn to maintain population comparability across census tracts, which means they may not perfectly align with what residents consider their "neighborhood." In some cases, a single NTA spans areas with different character. The percentile ranking compares East Village only against other NTAs within Manhattan, so scores are borough-relative rather than city-wide.
Safety conditions vary significantly block by block. Neighborhood-level statistics provide important context but should not substitute for address-level research. Use DwellCheck to analyze a specific address and understand the precise safety environment within walking distance of where you plan to live.
Frequently Asked Questions about East Village Safety
Is East Village safe?
East Village is rated "Average" — Typical for the borough. Over the past 12 months, 4,175 crime incidents were recorded, including 1 shooting incident. East Village is considered about average, ranking safer than 54% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 4,175 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in East Village?
The most common crimes in East Village are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (887 incidents, 21.2% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (617 incidents, 14.8% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (577 incidents, 13.8% of total).
Is East Village safer than the Manhattan average?
East Village is safer than 54% of Manhattan neighborhoods. It had 7% fewer incidents than the borough average (4,175 vs. a borough average of 4,500).
How has crime changed in East Village?
Crime in East Village has remained stable year-over-year (4,334 vs 4,175 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about East Village?
311 data shows 9,084 Very High complaints, 387 Moderate complaints, and 644 High complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is East Village safe at night?
Night safety in East Village varies by block. About 21.4% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. East Village recorded 1 shooting incident in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is East Village safe for families?
For families considering East Village: the neighborhood recorded 9,084 noise complaints (very high for Manhattan) and 387 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 54% of Manhattan neighborhoods, which is above average. Family-friendliness also depends on schools, parks, and building quality — use DwellCheck to evaluate a specific address.
What is the safest neighborhood in Manhattan?
Safety varies across Manhattan neighborhoods. East Village ranks at the 54th percentile with 4,175 incidents. Compare all Manhattan neighborhoods in the comparison table above to see how each ranks by total crime, shootings, and borough percentile. All data is sourced from NYPD CompStat.
Can you walk around East Village at night?
East Village is classified as "Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 1 shooting incident and 4,175 total crime incidents — 7% fewer incidents than the borough average. Walking at night carries the same risk profile as anywhere in NYC: stay on commercial corridors with foot traffic, avoid empty side streets after midnight, and prefer subway lines that run 24/7.
Is East Village dangerous?
By NYPD data, East Village is rated "Average" — safer than 54% of Manhattan neighborhoods. 4,175 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (4,334 vs 4,175 incidents). Block-level risk varies; check our address-level safety score for any specific street or building to weight NYPD incidents within a 250-meter radius.
What parts of East Village should I avoid?
NYPD CompStat reports incidents at the precinct level, not block-by-block, so a granular "avoid this street" answer isn't possible from public data alone. The most reliable signal at the block level is DwellCheck's address-level safety score, which weights NYPD incidents within a 250m radius of a specific building. As a general rule across all NYC neighborhoods: industrial blocks with no foot traffic are higher-risk than residential blocks; subway-station-adjacent commercial corridors are lowest-risk.
Is East Village a good place to live?
East Village scores in the 54th percentile for safety in Manhattan. East Village is considered about average, ranking safer than 54% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 4,175 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months. Whether it's a good fit depends on what you weight: families, solo renters, and remote workers prioritize different factors (noise, transit access, parks, building quality). Use DwellCheck's full livability page for East Village to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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