Home to approximately 100,000 people, the area south of Houston Street -- which includes the neighborhoods of Battery Park City, Chinatown, the Financial District, Little Italy, the Lower East Side, Soho, and Tribeca -- is one of the city's most livable communities. Many of its residents live within walking distance of their jobs, enjoy a variety of restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions, and benefit from good schools, beautiful parks, and plenty of open space. In this section, find more about the area's many schools and amenities, community organizations, and available health and security resources, as well as regularly updated air quality information.

Schools
Neighborhoods
Parks
Health
Safety and Security
Air Monitoring