West Village, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

Updated September 27, 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
89
Trend
Down 56% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
437

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
4833
Citywide (30d)
37326
West Village share
1.8%

Recent Incidents in West Village

  1. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 259 WEST 12 STREET [311:70529181] Sep 25, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING KICKSTAND PERMANENTLY INSTALLED AT DOOR TO SOUTH YARD AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 592 Lot 29 [HPD:19247683] Sep 22, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING KICKSTAND PERMANENTLY INSTALLED AT VESTIBULE DOOR , 1st STORY @ Block 592 Lot 29 [HPD:19247689] Sep 22, 2026
  4. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ HUDSON STREET [311:70446526] Sep 18, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING KICK DOWN DOOR STOPPER AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR @ Block 621 Lot 38 [HPD:19211847] Sep 12, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING KICK DOWN STOPPER INSTALLED AT VESTIBULE DOOR , 1st STORY @ Block 621 Lot 38 [HPD:19211846] Sep 12, 2026
  7. 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 1C, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 621 Lot 38 [HPD:19211845] Sep 12, 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 EAST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 1C, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 621 Lot 38 [HPD:19211844] Sep 12, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL OUTLET AT EAST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 1C, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 621 Lot 38 [HPD:19211843] Sep 12, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WASH/BASIN BOWL CRACKS IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 26, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 537 Lot 6 [HPD:19203712] Sep 9, 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 89 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, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (11). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (399 incidents).

How does West Village compare to the rest of Manhattan?

West Village logged 89 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 (84), 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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