Hamilton Heights, Manhattan Safety Report

D well below average safety

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

Historic neighborhood with Hamilton Grange and City College

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
937
Trend
Down 2% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
2928

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
6427
Citywide (30d)
42098
Hamilton Heights share
14.6%

Recent Incidents in Hamilton Heights

  1. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 557 WEST 140 STREET [311:71049803] Nov 9, 2026
  2. 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 AT HOPPER DOOR AT EAST WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 7th STORY @ Block 2068 Lot 46 [HPD:19365924] Nov 9, 2026
  3. 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 IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 7B, 7th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2068 Lot 46 [HPD:19365923] Nov 9, 2026
  4. 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 1B, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2083 Lot 40 [HPD:19366242] Nov 9, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOM @ Block 2083 Lot 40 [HPD:19366241] Nov 9, 2026
  6. 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 1C, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2083 Lot 40 [HPD:19366240] Nov 9, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOM @ Block 2091 Lot 48 [HPD:19366344] Nov 9, 2026
  8. 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 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2091 Lot 48 [HPD:19366343] Nov 9, 2026
  9. 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 6N, 6th STORY, 7th APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2091 Lot 38 [HPD:19366349] Nov 9, 2026
  10. 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 6N, 6th STORY, 7th APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2091 Lot 38 [HPD:19366348] Nov 9, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hamilton Heights, Manhattan safe?

Hamilton Heights currently holds a D safety grade, meaning it has well below average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 937 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Hamilton Heights?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (2920 incidents).

How does Hamilton Heights compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Hamilton Heights logged 937 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Hamilton Heights?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (930), homeless (5), Drug Activity (1).

Is Hamilton Heights 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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