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 June 28, 2026

Chinatown
Manhattan
Hell's Kitchen
Manhattan
Safety Grade C C
30-Day Incidents 224 258
Violent Crime 9 17
Robbery 8 9
Drug Activity 0 1

Verdict

Chinatown is currently safer with 224 incidents vs 258 in Hell's Kitchen. Safety grades: Chinatown (C) vs Hell's Kitchen (C).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chinatown or Hell's Kitchen safer?

Chinatown currently has fewer incidents (224 vs 258 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Chinatown: 9 violent incidents. Hell's Kitchen: 17. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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