Westchester Square Safety Report
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Summary
Westchester Square has a moderate overall safety rating, with somewhat elevated crime compared to 257 similar areas. The area has a median home value of $492K (-29.0% vs area average), median household income of $54K (-39.0% vs area average), population density of 31,053 people per square mile and occupancy rate of 91.91% (-0.3% vs area average).
Crime & Safety Analysis
Safety Overview for Westchester Square
Based on comprehensive analysis of 5 distinct safety categories over the past year of data, Westchester Square in New York City, NY receives a moderate overall safety rating. This means crime rates here are somewhat higher than what's typical for the city. This neighborhood was compared against 257 similar locations in the region. Each safety category below provides detailed crime statistics, temporal patterns, and comparative rankings to help you understand the specific safety profile of this neighborhood in New York City, NY.
Walking Safety
This area has somewhat higher walking safety related crime rates than average for neighborhoods in the region. This area ranks #169 out of 257 neighborhoods analyzed.
621
Total Incidents
51.8
Monthly Average
#169 / 257
Safety Rank
Moderate
Safety Level
Data Sources
Time of Day Pattern
Crime incidents in Westchester Square show distinct patterns throughout the day. The peak activity occurs during the afternoon hours, with the highest concentration at 14:00 (53 incidents). Conversely, the safest time of day is during the late night, particularly around 4:00 when incident rates drop to 5. Understanding these hourly crime patterns in New York City, NY can help residents and visitors make informed decisions about when to travel through the area.
Monthly Trend
Monthly crime data for Westchester Square reveals seasonal patterns and trends. The month with the highest incident count was 2025-06 with 62 incidents, while 2025-04 saw the lowest activity at 44 incidents. On average, this neighborhood in New York City experiences approximately 52 incidents per month. These temporal patterns can help residents understand when crime rates in NY neighborhoods like Westchester Square tend to fluctuate.
Top Crime Categories
The most common type of crime in Westchester Square is Assault | Assault 3, accounting for 23% of all incidents (143 cases). This is followed by Disorderly Conduct | Harassment, Subd 3, 4, 5 at 22.1% (137 cases). The top three categories combined represent 61% of all crime in this area. Understanding the specific types of crimes that occur most frequently in New York City, NY helps residents assess relevant safety concerns for their neighborhood.
Demographics & Housing
Population Density
31,053.16
people per sq mi (average)
Ranks #133 of 249 neighborhoods
-21.4% vs area average
Occupancy Rate
91.9%
estimated units occupied
Ranks #155 of 232 neighborhoods
-0.3% vs area average
Median Home Value
$491,678.29
average estimate
Ranks #163 of 219 neighborhoods
-29.0% vs area average
Median Household Income
$53,755.3
average estimate
Ranks #189 of 226 neighborhoods
-39.0% vs area average
Age Distribution
Percentages are population-weighted averages across census tracts within this neighborhood. Hover or tap segments for detailed rankings.