Chinatown vs Hell's Kitchen: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated August 12, 2026

Chinatown
Manhattan
Hell's Kitchen
Manhattan
Safety Grade C C
30-Day Incidents 231 167
Violent Crime 13 13
Robbery 17 12
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Hell's Kitchen is currently safer with 167 incidents vs 231 in Chinatown. Safety grades: Chinatown (C) vs Hell's Kitchen (C).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chinatown or Hell's Kitchen safer?

Hell's Kitchen currently has fewer incidents (167 vs 231 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Chinatown: 13 violent incidents. Hell's Kitchen: 13. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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