Roosevelt Island, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

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

Narrow island in the East River connected by tram and subway

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
11
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
11

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
2261
Citywide (30d)
13481
Roosevelt Island share
0.5%

Recent Incidents in Roosevelt Island

  1. 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
  2. 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
  3. 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
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: HMC ADM CODE: § 27-2017.4 ABATE THE INFESTATION CONSISTING OF ROACHES AT LAUNDRY ROOM @ Block 1448 Lot 27 [HPD:18852307] May 5, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES FLOWERS POT AT BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE, 2nd STORY @ Block 1468 Lot 32 [HPD:18852792] May 5, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES FLOWERS POT AT 5TH STORY BALCONY AT BUILDING FRONT AT FIRE ESCAPE @ Block 1468 Lot 32 [HPD:18852791] May 5, 2026
  7. 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 6C, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 1463 Lot 3 [HPD:18825546] Apr 29, 2026
  8. 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 DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 6C, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 1463 Lot 3 [HPD:18825547] Apr 29, 2026
  9. 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 BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 164, 4th STORY, 20th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION AT WEST @ Block 1373 Lot 30 [HPD:18838833] Apr 29, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 164, 4th STORY, 20th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION AT WEST @ Block 1373 Lot 30 [HPD:18838851] Apr 29, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Roosevelt Island, Manhattan safe?

Roosevelt Island currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 11 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Roosevelt Island?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (11). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (11 incidents).

How does Roosevelt Island compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Roosevelt Island logged 11 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Roosevelt Island?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (11).

Is Roosevelt Island 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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