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 November 12, 2026

Chinatown
Manhattan
Hell's Kitchen
Manhattan
Safety Grade B B
30-Day Incidents 292 222
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 1

Verdict

Hell's Kitchen is currently safer with 222 incidents vs 292 in Chinatown. Safety grades: Chinatown (B) vs Hell's Kitchen (B).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chinatown or Hell's Kitchen safer?

Hell's Kitchen currently has fewer incidents (222 vs 292 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Chinatown: 0 violent incidents. Hell's Kitchen: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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