Chinatown, Manhattan Safety Report

C average safety

Updated August 12, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Manhattan's vibrant Chinese-American center with Canal Street's bustling markets, dim sum parlors, and one of the oldest ethnic enclaves in the Western Hemisphere.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• hazardous_building: 162
• homeless: 32
• Robbery: 17
• Violent Crime: 13
• Agitator / Disturbance: 7

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 16 incidents
• Evening (6pm–12am): 33 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 609 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 17 incidents

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Recent Incidents in Chinatown

1. Agitator / Disturbance — Man Harassing People on Train @ Spring St & Lafayette St [CZ:-Ozmc_-dw8nOdYTvHbnb] Aug 11, 2026
2. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 60 LAFAYETTE STREET [311:70015042] Aug 11, 2026
3. Robbery — Person Robbing Bank @ 424 Broadway (Tribeca, Manhattan) [CZ:-OzffyW0qYyzMD1c4bbL] Aug 10, 2026
4. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ 48A MARKET STREET [311:70011785] Aug 10, 2026
5. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ 60 LAFAYETTE STREET [311:69998673] Aug 9, 2026
6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE RETURN BELL BUZZER FROM EAST WALL TO ENTRANCE TO BUILDING IN THE 5th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 6, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 116 Lot 48 [HPD:19120647] Aug 7, 2026
7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR KNOB AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 6, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 116 Lot 48 [HPD:19120646] Aug 7, 2026
8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE WEST AND NORTH WALLS IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 6, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 116 Lot 48 [HPD:19120642] Aug 7, 2026
9. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTERBALANCE AT LOWER WINDOW SASH AT NORTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 6, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 116 Lot 48 [HPD:19120641] Aug 7, 2026
10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GROUT AT WEST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 6, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 116 Lot 48 [HPD:19120639] Aug 7, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• Lower East Side C
• Little Italy C
• Tribeca A
• Two Bridges C

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chinatown, Manhattan safe?

Chinatown currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 231 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Chinatown?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (16). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (609 incidents).

How does Chinatown compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Chinatown logged 231 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Chinatown?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (162), homeless (32), Robbery (17).

Is Chinatown getting safer or more dangerous?

Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are up. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.

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