West Village, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

Updated November 12, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Bohemian neighborhood known for its nightlife and brownstones

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
87
Trend
Down 47% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
585

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
6427
Citywide (30d)
42098
West Village share
1.4%

Recent Incidents in West Village

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ILLEGAL FASTENING LOCKABLE SLIDE BOLT INSTALLED AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 7, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 590 Lot 43 [HPD:19366331] Nov 9, 2026
  2. 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 1ST DOOR FROM EAST AT SOUTH WALL LEADING TO SOUTH YARD AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 537 Lot 6 [HPD:19365857] Nov 9, 2026
  3. 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 26, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 537 Lot 6 [HPD:19365856] Nov 9, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WASH BASIN IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 26, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 537 Lot 6 [HPD:19365855] Nov 9, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF HOT WATER FOR THE FIXTURES .... IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 26, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 537 Lot 6 [HPD:19365854] 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 THE VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 537 Lot 6 [HPD:19366184] Nov 9, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2037, 2038 HMC: PROVIDE A SAFE AND ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF ELECTRIC SERVICE TO THE FIXTURES AT CEILING THROUGHOUT PUBLIC HALLWAYS AND PUBLIC STAIRWAYS @ Block 618 Lot 32 [HPD:19357315] Nov 5, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: IMMEDIATELY PROVIDE A FIRE GUARD AS DIRECTED BY THE NYC DEPT. OF HOUSING PRESERVATION & DEVELOPMENT (HPD) AND/OR THE NYC DEPT. OF BUILDINGS (DOB) TO PROTECT AGAINST FIRE HAZARDS OBSERVED BY HPD AND/OR DOB. FIRE HAZARDS OBSERVED BY HPD HAVE RESULTED IN THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL HPD VIOLATION(S): VIOLATION # 19357315 IN ORDER TO PROTECT PUBLIC SAFETY AGAINST IMMINENT FIRE HAZARDS OBSERVED, A FIRE GUARD MUST BE PROVIDED FORTHWITH FOR CONTINUOUS 24 HOUR COVERAGE, Nov 5, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT KITCHEN SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 625 Lot 7501 [HPD:19357473] Nov 5, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE COUNTER TOP IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 625 Lot 7501 [HPD:19357472] Nov 5, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is West Village, Manhattan safe?

West Village currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 87 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in West Village?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (577 incidents).

How does West Village compare to the rest of Manhattan?

West Village logged 87 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in West Village?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (82), homeless (5).

Is West Village 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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