Is West Village, Manhattan Safe in 2026?
Based on 3,307 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 2 shooting incidents, and 5,172 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, West Village is below the Manhattan average for crime and trending safer (6.4% fewer incidents year-over-year).
West Village is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 3,307 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
3,307
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
2
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
725
1,094 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 6.4%
6.4% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 775 | 23.4% |
| grand larceny | 572 | 17.3% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 240 | 7.3% |
| dangerous drugs | 217 | 6.6% |
| other offenses related to theft | 213 | 6.4% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 207 | 6.3% |
| harrassment 2 | 194 | 5.9% |
| criminal trespass | 157 | 4.7% |
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
3,698
105.7 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
116
3.3 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
448
12.8 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
910
26.0 per 1,000 residents
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
1,775
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
630
35% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
996
56% of total
How Safe Is West 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 West 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 West 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 West Village Safety
Is West Village safe?
West Village is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 3,307 crime incidents were recorded, including 2 shooting incidents. West Village is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 3,307 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in West Village?
The most common crimes in West Village are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (775 incidents, 23.4% of total); 2. GRAND LARCENY (572 incidents, 17.3% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (240 incidents, 7.3% of total).
Is West Village safer than the Manhattan average?
West Village is safer than 63% of Manhattan neighborhoods. It had 27% fewer incidents than the borough average (3,307 vs. a borough average of 4,500).
How has crime changed in West Village?
Crime in West Village has improved by 6.4% year-over-year, dropping from 3,532 to 3,307 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about West Village?
311 data shows 3,698 Very High complaints, 116 Low complaints, and 448 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is West Village safe at night?
Night safety in West Village varies by block. About 21% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. West Village recorded 2 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is West Village safe for families?
For families considering West Village: the neighborhood recorded 3,698 noise complaints (very high for Manhattan) and 116 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 63% 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. West Village ranks at the 63th percentile with 3,307 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 West Village at night?
West Village is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 2 shooting incidents and 3,307 total crime incidents — 27% 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 West Village dangerous?
By NYPD data, West Village is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 63% of Manhattan neighborhoods. 3,307 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 6.4% year-over-year, dropping from 3,532 to 3,307 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 West 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 West Village a good place to live?
West Village scores in the 63th percentile for safety in Manhattan. West Village is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 3,307 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 West Village to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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