Nolita, Manhattan Safety Report

B fairly safe

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

Trendy boutique-filled area north of Little Italy

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
113
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
113

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
2261
Citywide (30d)
13481
Nolita share
5.0%

Recent Incidents in Nolita

  1. Agitator / Disturbance — Unfounded Report of Shots Fired, Police Investigating Threats @ 253 Centre St (Little Italy, Manhattan) — Police responded to a report of shots fired at 253 Centre St in New York, but later confirmed that no shots were fired, only threats. An investigation is ongoing. [CZ:-OsHlwC3h5ZvxkDz3MWU] May 10, 2026
  2. Robbery — Person Robbed Canal Street Station @ Canal St Station (Chinatown, Manhattan) [CZ:-OsGGKixRCR8cW00P3gZ] May 10, 2026
  3. Robbery — Report of Woman Robbed at Gunpoint @ 94 Mott St [CZ:-Os9WrPZu4NatMoZXi-S] May 9, 2026
  4. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 60 LAFAYETTE STREET [311:68933340] May 9, 2026
  5. Robbery — Man's Phone Stolen After Being Threatened @ Broadway & Howard St (SoHo, Manhattan) [CZ:-Os8Qc5uSpsS-an0wdxW] May 8, 2026
  6. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 60 LAFAYETTE STREET [311:68915161] May 8, 2026
  7. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 770 BROADWAY [311:68910962] May 7, 2026
  8. Violent Crime — Report of Person Shot @ 192 Mercer St (NoHo, Manhattan) [CZ:-OrurdRZWWU0cXo8hipi] May 6, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 17, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 490 Lot 24 [HPD:18875445] May 6, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF FURNITURE AND HOUSEHOLD ITEMS AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 444 Lot 16 [HPD:18875148] May 6, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Nolita, Manhattan safe?

Nolita currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 113 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Nolita?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (109 incidents).

How does Nolita compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Nolita logged 113 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Nolita?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (101), homeless (6), Robbery (3).

Is Nolita 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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