Midtown West, Manhattan Safety Report

C average safety

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

Times Square, Broadway theaters, and Penn Station — the commercial core of Manhattan with Hudson Yards development transforming the far west side.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• hazardous_building: 147
• homeless: 22
• Violent Crime: 21
• Robbery: 15
• Agitator / Disturbance: 5
• police_misconduct: 1

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 23 incidents
• Evening (6pm–12am): 22 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 280 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 10 incidents

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Recent Incidents in Midtown West

1. Violent Crime — Person Assaulted at Train Station @ W 42nd St & 7th Ave (Garment District, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ow5qNU1WpOM3aO-Zam7] Jun 27, 2026
2. Robbery — Two Teen Boys Robbed Person at Knifepoint @ W 24th St & 5th Ave (Flatiron District, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ow5GMv_z2kpeJDzI_Lu] Jun 26, 2026
3. Robbery — Two Men Robbed Person @ 1516 Broadway (Midtown, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ow5CRlm1KFY13Z4S41-] Jun 26, 2026
4. Robbery — NYPD Seeks Help ID'ing Suspect Wanted for Two Cellphone Robberies in Early June @ Times Sq - 42 St (Garment District, Manhattan) — Anyone with information is asked to call the [NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline](tel:800-577-8477) or submit tips through the [Crime Stoppers website](https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/). [CZ:-Ow0TGoiZd5Zi0GDoOfD] Jun 26, 2026
5. Robbery — Duo Fled on Moped After Snatching Chain @ 1453 Broadway (Garment District, Manhattan) [CZ:-OvzVV-1YW-sPoXbhi0m] Jun 25, 2026
6. Robbery — Man Snatched Cash From Woman's Hand, Fled @ W 25th St & 7th Ave (Chelsea, Manhattan) [CZ:-OvxtDbbXaUep-kkZ65s] Jun 25, 2026
7. Violent Crime — NYPD Seeks Help ID'ing Suspect Wanted for Pushing 65-Year-Old Off Train at 28th Street Station @ W 28th St & 7th Ave (Flatiron District, Manhattan) — Anyone with information is asked to call the [NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline](tel:800-577-8477) or submit tips through the [Crime Stoppers website](https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/). [CZ:-Ovrc-FQ2dXyc_D2DQD6] Jun 24, 2026
8. Violent Crime — Report of Woman Pushing People @ W 23rd St & 6th Ave (Chelsea, Manhattan) [CZ:-OvrGYFgctXb3maavksY] Jun 24, 2026
9. Robbery — Search for Attempted Robbery Suspect @ 125 W 26th St (Flatiron District, Manhattan) [CZ:-OvmFF3RCm9XFhsdP8Dt] Jun 23, 2026
10. 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 LATCH SET AT DOOR LEADING TO BOILER ROOM AT NORTH AT BASEMENT @ Block 770 Lot 19 [HPD:19024131] Jun 23, 2026

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• Hell's Kitchen C
• Chelsea B
• Midtown East B

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midtown West, Manhattan safe?

Midtown West currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 211 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Midtown West?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (10). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (280 incidents).

How does Midtown West compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Midtown West logged 211 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Midtown West?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (147), homeless (22), Violent Crime (21).

Is Midtown West 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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