Upper East Side
Is Upper East Side a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in New York, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe2446
Medium1391
Low1365
Other3037
299 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape84
Child involved90
Assault123
Other70
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded near East Houston Street and Suffolk Street for a medical incident involving a second patient with a burn. Additional EMS units and a spare bus were requested to support the response. | E Houston St & Suffolk St, New York, NY 10002 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported fire alarm activation throughout a two-story mixed-use building on Bergenline Avenue in Union City. Units investigated and it was reported that nothing was showing. | Bergenline Ave, Union City, NJ 07087 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient fell on the street near Bergen Street and North 10th Street. Nearby units were requested to provide help. | W 10th St, New York, NY 10014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are dispatched to investigate a reported odor of gas near West 94th Street by Riverside Drive and West End Avenue in Manhattan. | W 94th St, New York, NY 10025 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male patient is being transported to Lenox Hill hospital with paramedics from units West Side 46 and 67 on board. | E 77th St, New York, NY 10075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical transport is updating about a patient near W 154th St. The patient's blood sugar is being checked. | W 154th St, New York, NY | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency is reported in an alley near West 58th Street and 12th Avenue with units 901 and 903 responding. Access is via left then second right turn; the scene faces the building. | W 58th St & 12th Ave, New York, NY 10019 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple units are responding to a potential medical emergency near 2nd Avenue and East 12th Street in New York City. West Side unit 58 has been directed to take the bus to the location. The situation may involve a moisture alert or motion detection. | 2nd Ave & E 12th St, New York, NY 10003 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received an additional call about two men in dark clothing reported as suspicious near 110th Street in the Central Park North area. Units were advised and appear to be checking the situation. | Central Pk N, New York, NY | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a residential building near Myrtle Avenue for a reported fire alarm activation in an upstairs unit. The caller reported no visible fire or smoke, only an active alarm sounding. | Myrtle Ave Unit B, Edgewater, NJ 07020 | Fire |
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Median Home Price
$1,894,695
Average Rent
$4,675
Vacancy Rate
30.6%
Graduate Degree Holders
47.9%
Neighborhood Overview
Upper East Side is a densely urban neighborhood in New York, NY, with a median home price of $1,894,695 and average rent of $4,675.
It is highly walkable and has a very high vacancy rate, with many small apartments and a well-educated population.
Densely UrbanHighly WalkableHigh VacancyHighly Educated
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is mostly large apartment buildings with a high proportion of small units and a significant vacancy rate.
| Large Apartment Buildings | 99.3% of housing |
|---|---|
| Small Units (1-2 bedrooms or studios) | 91.2% of housing |
| Housing Age | Mostly built 1940-1969, some before 1940 |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is very high, possibly due to seasonal occupancy or vacancies.
Most housing units are small, with one or two bedrooms or studios.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood has a high share of residents living alone and a very low child poverty rate.
Urban Sophisticates — High concentration of educated executives and patrons of the arts.
| Residents Living Alone | 50.1% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Graduate Degree Holders | 47.9% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 81.7% |
| Russian Ancestry | 8.2% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 4.0% |
| Greek Language Spoken at Home | 2.8% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 23.4% |
Commute
Residents have relatively short commutes with high train and walk-to-work shares.
Upper East Side offers excellent transit options and walkability, supporting a convenient urban lifestyle.
High Train Usage — Over one-third of commuters use the train daily.
High Walkability — Nearly one-fifth of residents walk to work.
| Train Commute Share | 34.6% |
|---|---|
| Walk to Work | 19.1% |
| Bus Commute | 11.3% |
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $1,894,695.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 30.6%, higher than 95.3% of US neighborhoods.
How educated are residents?
47.9% of adults hold graduate degrees, higher than 98.8% of US neighborhoods.