Flatiron, Manhattan Safety Report

C average safety

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

Buzzy Midtown South district anchored by the Flatiron Building, Madison Square Park, Eataly, and a dense concentration of tech companies.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
146
Trend
Down 3% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
444

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
5190
Citywide (30d)
34125
Flatiron share
2.8%

Recent Incidents in Flatiron

  1. Violent Crime — Man Punched Train Operator's Left Arm on Northbound Platform @ 23 St Station (R) (W) (Flatiron District, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ozoz4hk7Uo7FHi7oBDd] Aug 12, 2026
  2. Violent Crime — Man Assaulted Woman at Union Square Station @ E 14th St & Union Sq E (Greenwich Village, Manhattan) [CZ:-OzmxIewK65sdGk46o3C] Aug 11, 2026
  3. Violent Crime — Woman Pushed Station Security, Fled Scene @ E 28th St & Park Ave S (Flatiron District, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ozh9JeqPKqLJr_12e3Q] Aug 10, 2026
  4. Violent Crime — Man Pushed MTA Agent @ E 14th St & Union Sq E (Greenwich Village, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ozca3qwg5skplD4yw8u] Aug 9, 2026
  5. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Man Armed With Two Gasoline-Filled Water Bottles on Train Platform @ W 18th St & 7th Ave (Chelsea, Manhattan) [CZ:-OzaZTYuXSSU2TmE5RUK] Aug 9, 2026
  6. Robbery — Report of Man Snatched Woman's Wallet @ 30 E 17th St [CZ:-OzZDkKFS0rPvetZJIPA] Aug 9, 2026
  7. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ 25 EAST 29 STREET [311:70003446] Aug 9, 2026
  8. 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 571 Lot 18 [HPD:19127207] Aug 9, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 896 Lot 12 [HPD:19127179] Aug 9, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3B, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 896 Lot 12 [HPD:19127178] Aug 9, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flatiron, Manhattan safe?

Flatiron currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 146 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Flatiron?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (30). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (320 incidents).

How does Flatiron compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Flatiron logged 146 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Flatiron?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (55), homeless (41), Robbery (26).

Is Flatiron getting safer or more dangerous?

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

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