Little Italy, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

Updated March 26, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Historic Italian-American enclave in Lower Manhattan

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
5
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
5

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
58
Citywide (30d)
373
Little Italy share
8.6%

Recent Incidents in Little Italy

  1. Robbery — Man Stole Rubber From Con Edison Worker @ 322 Broadway (Tribeca, Manhattan) [CZ:-Oo_lS2tejongV4l68qv] Mar 25, 2026
  2. Robbery — Armed Robbery of Jewelry at Gunpoint @ 253 Canal St (Chinatown, Manhattan) — The NYPD is seeking public assistance to identify a suspect involved in a robbery at a Canal Street business on March 1, 2026. The suspect, armed with a black firearm, forced a 67-year-old man and [CZ:-OoXc4dveVAtihQSMdAL] Mar 25, 2026
  3. Robbery — Search for Thief Targeting Offices @ 85 Canal St (Chinatown, Manhattan) [CZ:-OoXAYTMWinA6JeY23B9] Mar 24, 2026
  4. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ FORSYTH STREET [311:68423099] Mar 23, 2026
  5. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ FORSYTH STREET [311:68424661] Mar 23, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Little Italy, Manhattan safe?

Little Italy currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 5 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Little Italy?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Evening (6pm–12am) sees the most activity (3 incidents).

How does Little Italy compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Little Italy logged 5 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Little Italy?

The most reported categories are: Robbery (3), homeless (2).

Is Little Italy 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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