Hamilton Heights, Manhattan Safety Report

D well below average safety

Updated March 29, 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
1129
Trend
Up 975% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
1299

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
9337
Citywide (30d)
37111
Hamilton Heights share
12.1%

Recent Incidents in Hamilton Heights

  1. Violent Crime — Possible Gunshot Detected @ 2649 Frederick Douglass Blvd (Harlem, Manhattan) [CZ:-OonQmWXo-I-3keFYhGe] Mar 28, 2026
  2. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 216 W 141st St (Harlem, Manhattan) [CZ:-OomC-toEFELHxrESjtj] Mar 28, 2026
  3. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ WEST 145 STREET [311:68455959] Mar 25, 2026
  4. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Chronic @ 435 WEST 141 STREET [311:68448749] Mar 25, 2026
  5. homeless — Encampment: N/A [311:68450182] Mar 25, 2026
  6. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Chronic @ 3381 BROADWAY [311:68447318] Mar 25, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2078 Lot 53 [HPD:18736549] Mar 25, 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 THE EAST WALL IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2078 Lot 53 [HPD:18736548] Mar 25, 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 THE CEILING AND EAST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2078 Lot 53 [HPD:18736547] Mar 25, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2078 Lot 53 [HPD:18736546] Mar 25, 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 1129 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 (26). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (1184 incidents).

How does Hamilton Heights compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Hamilton Heights logged 1129 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 (1067), homeless (39), rat_sighting (18).

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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