Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 2420 Amsterdam Ave [CZ:-Ow1uVeS5jP8z7gw6odD] Jun 26, 2026
Violent Crime — Person Assaulted at 181st Street Station @ 181 St Station (1) (Washington Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ow-Apv8lpjizP8s8m9V] Jun 25, 2026
Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected in Park @ 2375 Amsterdam Ave (Washington Heights, Manhattan) [CZ:-Ovwdre_aNGHPGxj5phF] Jun 25, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR APPROX. 30 SQ. FT OF LOOSE MATERIAL AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 53, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2128 Lot 57 [HPD:19028075] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC WALL TILES AT NORTH, EAST, AND WEST WALLS AROUND BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 53, 5th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2128 Lot 57 [HPD:19028074] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT WEST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1E, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2136 Lot 120 [HPD:19028761] Jun 24, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1D, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2111 Lot 43 [HPD:19027701] Jun 24, 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 HINGES IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 1D, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2111 Lot 43 [HPD:19027703] Jun 24, 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 1D, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2111 Lot 43 [HPD:19034305] Jun 24, 2026
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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 6H, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2136 Lot 75 [HPD:19027346] Jun 24, 2026
Washington Heights currently holds a D safety grade, meaning it has well below average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 833 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 (10). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (1445 incidents).
How does Washington Heights compare to the rest of Manhattan?
Washington Heights logged 833 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 (801), Violent Crime (16), Robbery (8).
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.