Washington Heights, Manhattan Safety Report

C average safety

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

Dominican-American cultural center in upper Manhattan with Fort Tryon Park, The Cloisters museum, and some of the most affordable rents on the island.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
228
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
228

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
2261
Citywide (30d)
13481
Washington Heights share
10.1%

Recent Incidents in Washington Heights

  1. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Man Armed With Knife @ W 168th St & Broadway (Washington Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-OsHTk1Jbr_-xpP2rDIU] May 10, 2026
  2. Robbery — Person's Belongings Stolen @ Wadsworth Ave & W 177th St (Washington Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-OsFxvX_Mc6QRYaVB_Ph] May 10, 2026
  3. Agitator / Disturbance — Man Harassing Customers, Fled Towards 1 Train Station @ 3939 Broadway (Washington Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-OsAFhPP12Twfos6O3sD] May 9, 2026
  4. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Man Armed With Long Knife on Train @ W 168th St & Broadway (Washington Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-Os2B__aQeEzXAxh46oC] May 7, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 52, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2144 Lot 40 [HPD:18913747] May 7, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2070 ADM CODE DISCONTINUE UNLAWFUL COOKING SPACE OR FILE PLANS AND APPLICATION WITH THIS DEPARTMENT TO LEGALIZE SAME, IF LAWFULLY FEASIBLE, USE OF ELECTRIC STOVE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 52, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2144 Lot 40 [HPD:18913748] May 7, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT THE BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 52, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2144 Lot 40 [HPD:18913753] May 7, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING CERAMIC WALL TILES AT THE NORTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 52, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2144 Lot 40 [HPD:18913754] May 7, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE SOUTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 52, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2144 Lot 40 [HPD:18913756] May 7, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE VINYL FLOOR TILES IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 52, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2144 Lot 40 [HPD:18913759] May 7, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington Heights, Manhattan safe?

Washington Heights currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 228 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Washington Heights?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (224 incidents).

How does Washington Heights compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Washington Heights logged 228 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Washington Heights?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (222), Agitator / Disturbance (4), homeless (1).

Is Washington Heights 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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