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Neighborhoods in New York: Safe and Unsafe Neighborhoods
New York consists of five unique boroughs: Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Staten Island and The Bronx. And every neighborhood has its own atmosphere and culture.
The five boroughs in New York
New York City is the most populous and largest city in the United States. More than 8.336 million inhabitants live there. And more than 170 different languages are spoken. The city is divided into five districts.
• Manhattan
• Brooklyn
• Queens
• Staten Island
• The Bronx
Each district consists of several characteristic neighborhoods, ranging in size from just a few city blocks to extensive districts. New York consists of a total of 339 neighborhoods spread over five districts.
Manhattan: The beating heart of New York
Manhattan has more than 1.7 million inhabitants and is the smallest part of the five boroughs in New York. The neighborhood consists of three different districts, Downtown Manhattan, Midtown Manhattan, Uptown Manhattan. The district has the most sights, hotels and attractions in New York. More information about Manhattan attractions can be found via the link below.
Brooklyn: New York's cultural epicenter
Brooklyn is one of the most cultural neighborhoods in New York City. And the district has more than 2.7 million residents, making it one of the five largest neighborhoods in America. Brooklyn consists of several neighborhoods, such as DUMBO, Brooklyn Heights, Park Slope, Williamsburg and Bushwick. More information about the attractions and sights in Brooklyn can be found via the link below.
Queens: The smallest borough in New York
Queens, sometimes called “The World’s Borough”, is the largest of the five boroughs in New York. It is a lively and multicultural district with more than 2.4 million inhabitants. The district consists of several neighborhoods, such as Jamaica, Astoria, Flushing, Long Island City and Jackson Heights. More information about the attractions and sights in Queens can be found via the link below.
Staten Island: The quietest neighborhood in New York
Staten Island is one of the 5 boroughs in New York City and is located in the southwest of the city. The district has approximately 475,000 inhabitants, making it one of the least populated neighborhoods in New York. Most tourists only know Staten Island from the Staten Island Ferry crossing, but this district really has much more to offer than just a Ferry crossing. More information about the attractions and sights in Staten Island can be found via the link below.
The Bronx: The only borough in New York that is not on an island
The Bronx is located in northern Manhattan and has an area of 149 square miles. And more than 2.7 million people live there. In addition to Harlem, The Bronx is one of the neighborhoods in New York where tourists do not yet flock to, because they are afraid that it is not safe. But The Bronx has undergone a transformation in recent years and is now one of the safest neighborhoods in New York. More information about the attractions and sights in The Bronx can be found via the link below.
Most popular sights and attractions in New York
You will find fantastic attractions and sights in all five boroughs in New York. Below you will find the most popular ones.
Manhattan:
• Times Square
• Summit One Vanderbilt
• Het Empire State Building
• The Edge Observation Deck
• One World Observatory
• Top of The Rock
• High Line Park
• 9/11 museum en memorial
• Central Park
• 5 avenue
• Oculus World Trade Center
Brooklyn:
• Brooklyn Bridge
• DUMBO
• Coney Island
• Barclays Center
Queens
• Flushing Meadows-Corona Park
• MoMA PS1
Staten Island
• Staten Island Ferry
• Staten Island September 11 Memorial
The Bronx
• Yankee Stadium
• Arthur Avenue ( ook wel “Real Little Italy” genoemd )
• Wave Hill
• The Bronx Zoo
Which neighborhood is the safest in New York
Compared to other major cities, New York neighborhoods are extremely safe for residents and visitors alike. Of the 100 most populous neighborhoods in America, New York is among the 5 safest due to its relatively low rate of violent crime. However, like any city, there are still places that are less safe, such as Brownsville-Brooklyn, South Bronx and East Harlem. If you’re looking for the safest neighborhood in New York, Staten Island generally has the lowest crime rate of the five boroughs in New York.
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