Washington Heights, Manhattan Safety Report

D well below average safety

Updated November 12, 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
712
Trend
Down 8% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
2573

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
6427
Citywide (30d)
42098
Washington Heights share
11.1%

Recent Incidents in Washington Heights

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 66, 6th STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2176 Lot 70 [HPD:19366130] Nov 9, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILES IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 66, 6th STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2176 Lot 70 [HPD:19366128] Nov 9, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF DISCARDED RANGE/OVEN AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY, SECTION AT SOUTH @ Block 2142 Lot 178 [HPD:19365757] Nov 9, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 24A, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2129 Lot 24 [HPD:19366243] Nov 9, 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 HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 4A, 4th STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2126 Lot 10 [HPD:19366090] Nov 9, 2026
  6. 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 5F, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2123 Lot 77 [HPD:19365608] Nov 9, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF KEY OPREATED LOCK AT DOOR LEADING TO FIRESCAPE WINDOW IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 5F, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2123 Lot 77 [HPD:19365607] Nov 9, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2136 Lot 220 [HPD:19366480] Nov 9, 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 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2136 Lot 220 [HPD:19366479] Nov 9, 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 AT CEILING, SOUTH AND WEST WALL IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 5, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2136 Lot 220 [HPD:19366478] Nov 9, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Washington Heights, Manhattan safe?

Washington Heights currently holds a D safety grade, meaning it has well below average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 712 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, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (2570 incidents).

How does Washington Heights compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Washington Heights logged 712 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 (709), homeless (3).

Is Washington Heights getting safer or more dangerous?

Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are down. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.

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