Hamilton Heights, Manhattan Safety Report

D well below average safety

Updated August 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
575
Trend
Down 46% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
2527

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
5190
Citywide (30d)
34125
Hamilton Heights share
11.1%

Recent Incidents in Hamilton Heights

  1. Agitator / Disturbance — Man Performing Lewd Acts at Train Station @ 135 St Station (B) (C) (Harlem, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ozoybxdc2JL1VnCklgI] Aug 12, 2026
  2. Robbery — Report of Person Trying to Steal Bicycle @ 3409 Broadway [CZ:-OzetbgwfrGagr8743x1] Aug 10, 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 AND ALL WALLS IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT GF, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2062 Lot 1 [HPD:19127027] Aug 9, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: 567 (C) § 27-2017, 27-2017.1, 27-2017.4, 27-2017.5, 27-2017.8, 27-2019, 27-2021 HMC: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF EVIDENCE OF RATS AND ALL UNDERLYING CAUSES CREATING THE PEST INFESTATIONS, BY USING INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT (IPM), ELIMINATE ALL BURROW ENTRY AND PASSAGEWAYS, PEST NESTS, HOLES, GAPS OR CRACKS IN WALLS, CEILINGS, FLOORS, FIXING LEAKS AND MANAGING GARBAGE IN PUBLIC AREAS. EVIDENCE FOUND AT ALL YARDS @ Block 2062 Lot 1 [HPD:19127034] Aug 9, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CONCRETE THREAD 1ST FROM BOTTOM UP AT STOOP @ Block 2062 Lot 1 [HPD:19127033] Aug 9, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SPRING BALANCE AT UPPER WINDOW SASH AT INTERMEDIATE LANDING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 2062 Lot 1 [HPD:19127032] Aug 9, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEMS (BOXES) AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 2062 Lot 1 [HPD:19127031] Aug 9, 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 AT CEILING AND SOUTH WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT GF, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2062 Lot 1 [HPD:19127030] Aug 9, 2026
  9. 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 ALL WALLS IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT GF, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2062 Lot 1 [HPD:19127026] Aug 9, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CONNECTION AT WASTE LINE AT WASH BASIN IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT GF, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2062 Lot 1 [HPD:19127025] Aug 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 575 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, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (11). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (2471 incidents).

How does Hamilton Heights compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Hamilton Heights logged 575 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 (540), Violent Crime (18), Robbery (9).

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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