Is Inwood, Manhattan Safe in 2026?
Based on 1,880 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 188 shooting incidents, and 11,490 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Inwood is below the Manhattan average for crime with incidents trending upward (138.9% increase year-over-year).
Inwood is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 79% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 1,880 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers April 2025 – April 2026 (12 months) · Source: NYPD CompStat & NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated April 5, 2026
Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
1,880
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
188
37 fatal
Violent Crimes
323
670 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 138.9%
138.9% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 227 | 12.1% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 224 | 11.9% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 191 | 10.2% |
| harrassment 2 | 189 | 10.1% |
| grand larceny | 159 | 8.5% |
| felony assault | 95 | 5.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 91 | 4.8% |
| dangerous drugs | 79 | 4.2% |
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
6,579
188.0 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
155
4.4 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
0
0.0 per 1,000 residents
Low
Heat/Hot Water
4,756
135.9 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
1,047
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
408
39% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
630
60% of total
How Safe Is Inwood Compared to Other Manhattan Neighborhoods?
Manhattan Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| East Village | 371 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 96% |
| Yorkville | 1,426 | 13 | High Activity Area | 84% |
| SoHo | 1,911 | 90 | High Activity Area | 79% |
| Chinatown | 1,868 | 90 | High Activity Area | 79% |
| Inwood (this page) | 1,880 | 188 | High Activity Area | 79% |
| Upper East Side | 4,091 | 14 | Higher Than Average | 77% |
| Murray Hill | 2,084 | 15 | Higher Than Average | 77% |
| Turtle Bay | 2,084 | 15 | Higher Than Average | 77% |
| West Village | 2,500 | 10 | Higher Than Average | 72% |
| Hell's Kitchen | 2,595 | 196 | High Activity Area | 71% |
| Lower East Side | 2,675 | 19 | High Activity Area | 70% |
| Financial District | 2,802 | 13 | High Activity Area | 69% |
| Upper West Side | 5,720 | 88 | High Activity Area | 68% |
| Washington Heights | 6,560 | 419 | High Activity Area | 64% |
| NoHo | 3,380 | 94 | High Activity Area | 62% |
| Tribeca | 3,540 | 20 | High Activity Area | 61% |
| Harlem | 9,504 | 989 | High Activity Area | 47% |
| Chelsea | 5,215 | 106 | High Activity Area | 42% |
| Gramercy Park | 5,319 | 44 | High Activity Area | 41% |
| Greenwich Village | 5,439 | 37 | High Activity Area | 40% |
| Midtown | 16,301 | 96 | High Activity Area | 40% |
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 Inwood.
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 Inwood 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 Inwood Safety
Is Inwood safe?
Inwood is rated "High Activity Area" — Among the highest activity areas. Over the past 12 months, 1,880 crime incidents were recorded, including 188 shooting incidents. Inwood is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 79% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 1,880 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Inwood?
The most common crimes in Inwood are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (227 incidents, 12.1% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (224 incidents, 11.9% of total); 3. VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC LAWS (191 incidents, 10.2% of total).
Is Inwood safer than the Manhattan average?
Inwood is safer than 79% of Manhattan neighborhoods. It had 58% fewer incidents than the borough average (1,880 vs. a borough average of 4,500).
How has crime changed in Inwood?
Crime in Inwood has worsened by 138.9% year-over-year, rising from 787 to 1,880 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Inwood?
311 data shows 6,579 Very High complaints, 155 Low complaints, and 0 Low complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Inwood safe at night?
Night safety in Inwood varies by block. About 50.1% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Inwood recorded 188 shooting incidents (37 fatal) in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Inwood safe for families?
For families considering Inwood: the neighborhood recorded 6,579 noise complaints (very high for Manhattan) and 155 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 79% 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. Inwood ranks at the 79th percentile with 1,880 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.
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