Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan Safety Report

B fairly safe

Updated March 23, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Gritty-turned-trendy Midtown West enclave packed with international restaurants on 9th and 10th Avenues, theater district proximity, and Hudson River Park access.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• Encampment: 67
• Agitator / Disturbance: 1
• Robbery: 1
• Violent Crime: 1

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 16 incidents
• Evening (6pm–12am): 3 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 26 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 25 incidents

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Recent Incidents in Hell's Kitchen

1. Robbery — Report of 7-Eleven Cash Register Robbed @ W 42nd St & 9th Ave [CZ:-OoN7U49d6ui7HB2AaAB] Mar 23, 2026
2. Agitator / Disturbance — Man yelling and throwing objects at pedestrians near Times Square Mar 23, 2026
3. Violent Crime — Report of Person Shot @ 268 W 44th St (Midtown, Manhattan) [CZ:-OoMGz2cTKoDmctJNZgl] Mar 22, 2026
4. Encampment — Homeless Person Assistance: Chronic @ 400 WEST 42 STREET [311:68409558] Mar 21, 2026
5. Encampment — Encampment: N/A @ 543W WEST 46 STREET [311:68407354] Mar 21, 2026
6. Encampment — Encampment: N/A @ 543W WEST 46 STREET [311:68408441] Mar 21, 2026
7. Encampment — Homeless Person Assistance: Chronic @ 1540 BROADWAY [311:68405150] Mar 21, 2026
8. Encampment — Homeless Person Assistance: Chronic @ 1557 BROADWAY [311:68408459] Mar 21, 2026
9. Encampment — Encampment: N/A @ 361 WEST 47 STREET [311:68385807] Mar 19, 2026
10. Encampment — Encampment: N/A @ 361 WEST 47 STREET [311:68381198] Mar 19, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• Upper West Side A
• Chelsea N/A
• Midtown West N/A
• Harlem C

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hell's Kitchen, Manhattan safe?

Hell's Kitchen currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 70 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Hell's Kitchen?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (3). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (26 incidents).

How does Hell's Kitchen compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Hell's Kitchen logged 70 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Hell's Kitchen?

The most reported categories are: Encampment (67), Agitator / Disturbance (1), Robbery (1).

Is Hell's Kitchen 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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