We always brag about how Central New York is an amazing place to live. You may have lived here your whole life, or just moved here and are amazed at the great area. However, every community has its bad apples that contribute to some neighborhoods’ higher crime rates. Here's a list of the most dangerous neighborhoods in Utica and Rome New York.

Below are Utica and Rome neighborhoods with the highest crime rates, according to Neighborhood Scout. The information is based on all crimes reported, violent and property, by location. Visit the site for detailed information on these or other neighborhoods.

Rome

1) Riverdale

Riverdale Is listed as the most dangerous neighborhood in Rome.

2) Liberty Gardens

Liberty Gardens also made the list as a dangerous neighborhood with crime.

3) City Center

City Center seems to be a mixed bag of streets in Rome.

4) S James St / Canal St

S James St / Canal St covers that general area.

Utica

1) 1st St / Bleecker St

This covers the 1st St / Bleecker St area.

2) City Center

City Center seems to be a mixed bag of streets in Utica.

3) Court St / Schuyler St

This covers the Court St / Schuyler St area.

4) York St / Noyes St

This covers the York St / Noyes St area.

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