Lenox Hill, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Upscale neighborhood home to major hospitals and galleries

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
23
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
23

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
2261
Citywide (30d)
13481
Lenox Hill share
1.0%

Recent Incidents in Lenox Hill

  1. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 1160 1 AVENUE [311:68922054] May 8, 2026
  2. 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 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 1470 Lot 2 [HPD:18875910] May 6, 2026
  3. 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 DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 1470 Lot 2 [HPD:18875909] May 6, 2026
  4. 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 DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 1470 Lot 2 [HPD:18875908] May 6, 2026
  5. 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 8C, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 1381 Lot 7503 [HPD:18876329] May 6, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 8C, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 1381 Lot 7503 [HPD:18876328] May 6, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 8C, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 1381 Lot 7503 [HPD:18876327] May 6, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CONNECTION AT THE WASTE PIPE AT THE SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 8, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 1435 Lot 32 [HPD:18908386] May 6, 2026
  9. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ EAST 68 STREET [311:68884668] May 5, 2026
  10. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ 1065 2 AVENUE [311:68883153] May 5, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Lenox Hill, Manhattan safe?

Lenox Hill currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 23 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Lenox Hill?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (23). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (23 incidents).

How does Lenox Hill compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Lenox Hill logged 23 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Lenox Hill?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (20), homeless (3).

Is Lenox Hill 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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