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Click For Your Free ConsulationPosted in Personal Injury on September 13, 2024
Like any metropolis, New York City has its fair share of crime, but that doesn’t mean there aren’t plenty of nice areas offering safe atmospheres for residents. Whether you’re a young professional who loves the hustle and bustle of city life or you’re a commuter with a family looking for a safe neighborhood where you can be less concerned about car and bicycle accidents, there’s a perfect community just waiting for you to hang your hat.
Here are a few safe and accommodating areas to consider.
Located on the southeastern tip of Manhattan, this neighborhood is close to everywhere you want to be in the city. It’s just a couple miles away from the museums, galleries, and boutiques of Soho and Greenwich Village or the club scene on the Lower East Side.
With around 17,000 residents, this small area can feel a bit cramped. Still, the family-friendly neighborhood, which is over 70% owner-occupied, has no shortage of amenities, including local bars, restaurants, and parks. Overall crime rates fall about 16% below the national average, with violent crime 41% below the national average and roughly 70% below the average for NYC.
This walkable Brooklyn neighborhood, located about four miles from downtown and across the Manhattan Bridge, is known for iconic brownstones, tree-lined streets, and breathtaking city views. With a safe atmosphere, good schools, and plenty of nightlife, this community of just over 9,300 residents attracts young professionals and families and is mainly populated by renters (61%).
Considering the crime stats, it’s no surprise Cobble Hill is a prime area. Although crime is just 8% below the national average, it’s about 26% lower than NYC. Violent crime is 60% below the national average and roughly 80% below the city average.
Unfortunately, property crimes are just slightly higher than the national average (2%), so while you won’t have to worry as much about being injured in an assault, you should still keep an eye on your valuables. Property crime in this neighborhood is still lower than the city average, making Cobble Hill a good choice for residents.
Bordering Central Park, this Upper East Side neighborhood is pricey but safe, with median home values of nearly $1.5 million and rentals more than double the national average at almost $2,700 per month. The densely populated Upper East Side has about 200,000 residents living in less than two square miles. While you may expect high crime, you might have to be more wary of dog bites than violent crimes in this upscale area.
Crime here is an incredible 44% below the national average, with violent crime 67% lower and property crimes 39% lower. How does it average out against NYC rates? Overall, crime is 55% below the NYC average, with violent crime roughly 84% lower and property crime about 44% lower.
Whether you’re driving, walking, or utilizing the vast public transit network in NYC, traversing the city for work or fun requires you to be aware of your environment. In other words, don’t walk around with your nose in your phone screen, oblivious to what’s going on around you.
Defensive driving is vital, and you need to understand the unwritten rules of utilizing the subway. For example, don’t stand at the edge of the platform. When you’re out and about, keep your belongings secure and avoid flashing pricey jewelry or other valuables.
With a focus on safety, you can prevent potential injury and loss. If you are the victim of a crime, you can always contact a qualified lawyer to assist you in the recovery process.
If you need legal assistance, contact the New York City personal injury lawyers at Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers at your nearest location to schedule a free consultation.
We have two convenient locations in New York:
Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers – New York City Office
450 7th Ave #1605
New York, NY 10123
(212) 564-2800
Law Offices of Jay S. Knispel Personal Injury Lawyers – Brooklyn Office
26 Court St Suite 2511
Brooklyn, NY 11242
(718) 802-1600