Is SoHo, Manhattan Safe in 2026?
Based on 4,564 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 5,193 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, SoHo is above the Manhattan average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
SoHo is considered about average, ranking safer than 49% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 4,564 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
4,564
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
945
1,650 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 4.3%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 2,033 | 44.5% |
| grand larceny | 775 | 17.0% |
| forgery | 399 | 8.7% |
| harrassment 2 | 272 | 6.0% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 170 | 3.7% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 158 | 3.5% |
| burglary | 133 | 2.9% |
| felony assault | 94 | 2.1% |
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
3,666
104.7 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
117
3.3 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
248
7.1 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
1,162
33.2 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
1,619
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
592
37% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
1,014
63% of total
How Safe Is SoHo 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 | 4,175 | 1 | Average | 54% |
| Lower East Side | 4,401 | 4 | Average | 51% |
| SoHo (this page) | 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 SoHo.
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 SoHo 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 SoHo Safety
Is SoHo safe?
SoHo is rated "Average" — Typical for the borough. Over the past 12 months, 4,564 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. SoHo is considered about average, ranking safer than 49% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 4,564 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in SoHo?
The most common crimes in SoHo are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (2,033 incidents, 44.5% of total); 2. GRAND LARCENY (775 incidents, 17% of total); 3. FORGERY (399 incidents, 8.7% of total).
Is SoHo safer than the Manhattan average?
SoHo is safer than 49% of Manhattan neighborhoods. It had 1% more incidents than the borough average (4,564 vs. a borough average of 4,500).
How has crime changed in SoHo?
Crime in SoHo has remained stable year-over-year (4,767 vs 4,564 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about SoHo?
311 data shows 3,666 Very High complaints, 117 Low complaints, and 248 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is SoHo safe at night?
Night safety in SoHo varies by block. About 23.1% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. SoHo recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is SoHo safe for families?
For families considering SoHo: the neighborhood recorded 3,666 noise complaints (very high for Manhattan) and 117 rodent reports. It ranks in the 49th percentile for safety in Manhattan. 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. SoHo ranks at the 49th percentile with 4,564 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 SoHo at night?
SoHo is classified as "Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 4,564 total crime incidents — 1% more 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 SoHo dangerous?
By NYPD data, SoHo is rated "Average" — safer than 49% of Manhattan neighborhoods. 4,564 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (4,767 vs 4,564 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 SoHo 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 SoHo a good place to live?
SoHo scores in the 49th percentile for safety in Manhattan. SoHo is considered about average, ranking safer than 49% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 4,564 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 SoHo to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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