Why is the north and west side of cities typically the 'good' side of town (more affluent, less crime, or fewer minorities) while the east and south are the 'bad' side? - Quora

Answer: Not in New York City. Historically, the Upper East Side was white, wealthy, and Protestant. The West Side was poorer, more working class, and Jewish and Catholic. Uptown is Latinoamericanos and Black. The further away from the center of Manhattan the poorer you get. Now, in The Bronx, we...