Despite the constant news of violent events splashed across the news each day, more than 20 cities in New York ranked as some of the safest including Hudson Valley's Lewisboro , Rye, Suffern, Briarcliff Manor and more, according to Safewise.com. In the 20 cities listed some of the major factors contributing to their safety was the fact that neighbors looked out for and cared about each other, said Safewise.com.