Midtown West, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

Updated March 25, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Times Square, Broadway theaters, and Penn Station — the commercial core of Manhattan with Hudson Yards development transforming the far west side.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
1
Trend
Down 86% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
19

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
34
Citywide (30d)
258
Midtown West share
2.9%

Recent Incidents in Midtown West

  1. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ 116 WEST 32 STREET [311:68424659] Mar 24, 2026
  2. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: C/V requested investigation of crime — SRAD Closure (Precinct 14, Manhattan) [CCRB:202601576] Feb 18, 2026
  3. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: CV already in custody — Complainant Unavailable (Precinct 14, Manhattan) [CCRB:202601344] Feb 10, 2026
  4. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: C/V telephoned PCT — SRAD Closure (Precinct 18, Manhattan) [CCRB:202601314] Feb 10, 2026
  5. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Report-dispute — SRAD Closure (Precinct 18, Manhattan) [CCRB:202601136] Feb 4, 2026
  6. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: PD suspected C/V of violation/crime - subway — Complainant Unavailable (Precinct 14, Manhattan) [CCRB:202601124] Feb 4, 2026
  7. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: PD suspected C/V of violation/crime - street — SRAD Closure (Precinct 06, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600913] Jan 28, 2026
  8. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Unknown — Complaint Withdrawn (Precinct 14, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600809] Jan 25, 2026
  9. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Other — Complainant Uncooperative (Precinct 06, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600705] Jan 20, 2026
  10. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Other — SRAD Closure (Precinct 14, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600527] Jan 16, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midtown West, Manhattan safe?

Midtown West currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 1 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Midtown West?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Afternoon (12pm–6pm) sees the most activity (11 incidents).

How does Midtown West compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Midtown West logged 1 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Midtown West?

The most reported categories are: homeless (1).

Is Midtown West 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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