Kips Bay, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

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

East side residential neighborhood with NYU Langone Medical Center, waterfront esplanade, and a mix of young professionals and families.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
123
Trend
Down 25% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
498

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
6427
Citywide (30d)
42098
Kips Bay share
1.9%

Recent Incidents in Kips Bay

  1. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ 350 FIRST AVENUE [311:71080410] Nov 11, 2026
  2. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 605 THIRD AVENUE [311:71052331] Nov 9, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 1st BATHROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 7F, 7th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 978 Lot 1 [HPD:19365559] Nov 9, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT UNDER THE WALL CABINET AT SOUTH IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 3D, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 991 Lot 60 [HPD:19361277] Nov 7, 2026
  5. 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 5B, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 923 Lot 43 [HPD:19360764] Nov 7, 2026
  6. 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 5B, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 923 Lot 43 [HPD:19360763] Nov 7, 2026
  7. 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 IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 4B, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 923 Lot 39 [HPD:19360934] Nov 7, 2026
  8. 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 4B, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 923 Lot 39 [HPD:19360933] Nov 7, 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 4B, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 923 Lot 39 [HPD:19360932] Nov 7, 2026
  10. 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 4C, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 943 Lot 57 [HPD:19357532] Nov 5, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kips Bay, Manhattan safe?

Kips Bay currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 123 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Kips Bay?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (496 incidents).

How does Kips Bay compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Kips Bay logged 123 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Kips Bay?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (114), homeless (9).

Is Kips Bay 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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