Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan Safety Report

B fairly safe

Updated March 27, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Gritty-turned-trendy Midtown West enclave packed with international restaurants on 9th and 10th Avenues, theater district proximity, and Hudson River Park access.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• police_misconduct: 1
• Violent Crime: 1

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 9 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 3 incidents

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Recent Incidents in Hell's Kitchen

1. Violent Crime — Man Punched Another Man on D Line @ Columbus Ave & W 59th St (Upper West Side, Manhattan) [CZ:-OoV_QjX9ds6AMAww3Bw] Mar 24, 2026
2. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Other — SRAD Closure (Precinct 06, Manhattan) [CCRB:202602020] Mar 3, 2026
3. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: PD suspected C/V of violation/crime - subway — Complainant Unavailable (Precinct 14, Manhattan) [CCRB:202601124] Feb 4, 2026
4. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Parking violation — SRAD Closure (Precinct ?, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600846] Jan 26, 2026
5. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: C/V requested investigation of crime — Complainant Uncooperative (Precinct 01, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600786] Jan 24, 2026
6. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: C/V requested investigation of crime — SRAD Closure (Precinct ?, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600651] Jan 19, 2026
7. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Other — SRAD Closure (Precinct 14, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600527] Jan 16, 2026
8. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Assist ACS or other agency — Complainant Uncooperative (Precinct 05, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600365] Jan 8, 2026
9. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: PD suspected C/V of violation/crime - street — Closed - Pending Litigation (Precinct 07, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600212] Jan 6, 2026
10. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: PD suspected C/V of violation/crime - street — SRAD Closure (Precinct 06, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600166] Jan 6, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• Upper West Side A
• Chelsea A
• Midtown West B
• Harlem C

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan safe?

Hell's Kitchen currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 2 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Hell's Kitchen?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (3). Afternoon (12pm–6pm) sees the most activity (9 incidents).

How does Hell's Kitchen compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Hell's Kitchen logged 2 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Hell's Kitchen?

The most reported categories are: police_misconduct (1), Violent Crime (1).

Is Hell's Kitchen getting safer or more dangerous?

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

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