Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports
Classic Manhattan neighborhood flanked by Central Park and Riverside Park, known for Lincoln Center, the American Museum of Natural History, and family-friendly brownstone blocks.
Violent Crime — Report of Person Stabbed @ W 96th St & Broadway (Upper West Side, Manhattan) [CZ:-OsL-E3jYHCD2osM24P3] May 11, 2026
Violent Crime — People Fighting Onboard Train at 96th Street Station @ W 96th St & Broadway (Upper West Side, Manhattan) [CZ:-Os-5Dd9-bGxmRu8a79L] May 7, 2026
Violent Crime — Man Kicked Woman in Stomach at 96th St Station @ W 96th St & Broadway (Upper West Side, Manhattan) [CZ:-OrympaO9omlZym29J7p] May 6, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4J, 4th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 1851 Lot 8 [HPD:18876464] May 6, 2026
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 AT THE HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 3E, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 1214 Lot 18 [HPD:18876702] May 6, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CEILING LIGHT FIXTURE IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3E, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 1214 Lot 18 [HPD:18876701] May 6, 2026
Violent Crime — Person Assaulted @ W 96th St & Broadway (Upper West Side, Manhattan) [CZ:-OrperBe7g9RR-Bt07sG] May 5, 2026
Violent Crime — Person Punched Man, Stole Bicycle @ W 89th St & Amsterdam Ave (Upper West Side, Manhattan) [CZ:-Orl-97nmiLnZQHuUHz3] May 4, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2070 ADM CODE PROVIDE AN ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF GAS TO THE FIXTURES AT RANGE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 10F, 10th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 1851 Lot 8 [HPD:18850268] May 4, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ENTRANCE DOOR IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 3D, 3rd STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST'' @ Block 1851 Lot 8 [HPD:18849634] May 3, 2026
Upper West Side currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 56 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.
What is the safest time to walk in Upper West Side?
Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (53 incidents).
How does Upper West Side compare to the rest of Manhattan?
Upper West Side logged 56 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.
What types of incidents are most common in Upper West Side?
The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (50), Violent Crime (6).
Is Upper West Side getting safer or more dangerous?
Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are up. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.