The Hudson Valley has emerged as the top region for safe towns in New York in 2025, according to SafeWise's recent report. Bedford ranks first with an exceptionally low violent crime rate of 0.1 per 1,000 residents and negligible property crime. Other notable towns include Carmel, Rye, Hyde Park, East Fishkill, Yorktown, and Saugerties, with the majority clustered near NYC. A positive trend shows a decrease in New Yorkers' daily worries about crime, dropping from 59% to 47% year-over-year, reflecting changing perceptions of safety.
If your dream home includes white picket fences, charming cafés and absolutely zero drama, start house-hunting in the Hudson Valley.
According to a brand-new report from SafeWise, the safest towns in New York for 2025 are less and more Gilmore Girls.
That's right-seven of the top 10 safest towns in the entire state are all clustered just north of NYC.
While New Yorkers still stress about porch pirates, the report shows we're actually less freaked out overall.
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