Murray Hill, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

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

Young professional enclave between Midtown and Gramercy with Curry Row on Lexington, rooftop bars, and a high concentration of post-college residents.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
59
Trend
Up 37% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
189

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
6427
Citywide (30d)
42098
Murray Hill share
0.9%

Recent Incidents in Murray Hill

  1. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 605 THIRD AVENUE [311:71052331] Nov 9, 2026
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. 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 AT HOPPER DOOR AT COMPACTOR CLOSET, 12th STORY @ Block 1317 Lot 30 [HPD:19352180] Nov 4, 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 LATCH AT STAIRCASE ''C'' AT PUBLIC HALL, 12th STORY @ Block 1317 Lot 30 [HPD:19352179] Nov 4, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE VINYL FLOOR TILES IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT APT15D, 15th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 933 Lot 25 [HPD:19352416] Nov 4, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE VINYL FLOOR TILES IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT APT15D, 15th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 933 Lot 25 [HPD:19352414] Nov 4, 2026
  8. 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 2D, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 915 Lot 8 [HPD:19346460] Nov 2, 2026
  9. 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 2D, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 915 Lot 8 [HPD:19346459] Nov 2, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE INSTALLED AT VESTIBULE DOOR , 1st STORY @ Block 890 Lot 49 [HPD:19341594] Oct 30, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Murray Hill, Manhattan safe?

Murray Hill currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 59 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Murray Hill?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (186 incidents).

How does Murray Hill compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Murray Hill logged 59 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Murray Hill?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (56), homeless (3).

Is Murray 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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