East Village, Manhattan Safety Report

C average safety

Updated June 27, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Legendary counterculture neighborhood with punk rock history, Tompkins Square Park, and some of the densest concentrations of bars and restaurants in Manhattan.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
254
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
507

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
6890
Citywide (30d)
41017
East Village share
3.7%

Recent Incidents in East Village

  1. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Person Armed With Gun @ Clinton St & Delancey St (Lower East Side, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ow4WTiBXTYrFTWNN-Ye] Jun 26, 2026
  2. Robbery — Report of Person Robbed at Gunpoint @ John V. Lindsay East River Park (East Village, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ow4FCbRV_XsAdzHGtv7] Jun 26, 2026
  3. Agitator / Disturbance — NYPD Seeks Help ID'ing Suspect Wanted for Groping Woman @ E 5th St & Avenue C (East Village, Manhattan) — Anyone with information is asked to call the [NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline](tel:800-577-8477) or submit tips through the [Crime Stoppers website](https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/). [CZ:-Ow0V8OVeIV79NMjdNma] Jun 26, 2026
  4. Robbery — Search for Group Who Stole Cell Phones, Sneakers During Robbery @ 105 Avenue A (East Village, Manhattan) — The NYPD is seeking public assistance to identify five suspects involved in a robbery on June 21, 2026, at 105 Avenue A, New York. The suspects assaulted two 26-year-old men, stealing cell phones and [CZ:-Ovzu8YbiArZobpfAQoJ] Jun 25, 2026
  5. Robbery — Person Robbed @ E 14th St & Avenue A (East Village, Manhattan) [CZ:-OvsW6wdth7FgLpt7lVV] Jun 24, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM MISSING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 451 Lot 17 [HPD:19028904] Jun 24, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 451 Lot 17 [HPD:19028901] Jun 24, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 451 Lot 17 [HPD:19028900] Jun 24, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 451 Lot 17 [HPD:19028899] Jun 24, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 451 Lot 17 [HPD:19028898] Jun 24, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Village, Manhattan safe?

East Village currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 254 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in East Village?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (7). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (477 incidents).

How does East Village compare to the rest of Manhattan?

East Village logged 254 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in East Village?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (217), Violent Crime (24), Agitator / Disturbance (6).

Is East Village 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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