Hamilton Heights, Manhattan Safety Report

D well below average safety

Updated June 27, 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
1045
Trend
Up 15% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
1952

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
6890
Citywide (30d)
41016
Hamilton Heights share
15.2%

Recent Incidents in Hamilton Heights

  1. Violent Crime — Report of Two Gunshots Heard @ 3657 Broadway [CZ:-Ow6sBjpcx8GhKVPDIOA] Jun 27, 2026
  2. Violent Crime — Report of Gunshots Heard @ 562 W 150th St (Hamilton Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ow6acOMEVCdMzWL6S3o] Jun 27, 2026
  3. Violent Crime — Report of Gunshots Heard @ 3481 Broadway (Hamilton Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ow6a4F41ZdwM2kst4CV] Jun 27, 2026
  4. Robbery — Two Suspects Snatched Chains, Fled on Moped @ 540 W 145th St (Hamilton Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-OvzW7nwAeTOTwUOG6QY] Jun 25, 2026
  5. Robbery — Person Attempting to Break Into House @ 535 W 151st St (Hamilton Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-OvyVdZsNV4zKvvkyaiQ] Jun 25, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2054 Lot 79 [HPD:19027180] Jun 24, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2054 Lot 79 [HPD:19027179] Jun 24, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK ABOVE CEILING IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2054 Lot 79 [HPD:19027178] 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 AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 2054 Lot 82 [HPD:19028843] Jun 24, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE 1st PRIVATE HALLWAY FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 52, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2054 Lot 49 [HPD:19028247] Jun 24, 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 1045 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, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (5). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (1923 incidents).

How does Hamilton Heights compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Hamilton Heights logged 1045 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 (1013), Violent Crime (22), Robbery (6).

Is Hamilton Heights 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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