Turtle Bay, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

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

Residential enclave near the United Nations headquarters

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
3
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
3

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
58
Citywide (30d)
373
Turtle Bay share
5.2%

Recent Incidents in Turtle Bay

  1. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ E 37th St & Queens Midtown Tunl E (Tudor City, Manhattan) [CZ:-OoVxf7Nw4kOJN45vBaP] Mar 24, 2026
  2. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 885 2 AVENUE [311:68429120] Mar 23, 2026
  3. Agitator / Disturbance — Suspect Sought in Forcible Touching Incident in Train Station @ Grand Central Terminal & E 42nd St (Tudor City, Manhattan) — The NYPD is seeking public assistance to identify a suspect involved in a forcible touching incident at the Grand Central–42nd Street subway station. On March 20, a 22-year-old woman was inappropri [CZ:-OoO-a_HiP0axaN6gm5I] Mar 23, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Turtle Bay, Manhattan safe?

Turtle Bay currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 3 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Turtle Bay?

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

How does Turtle Bay compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Turtle Bay logged 3 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Turtle Bay?

The most reported categories are: Agitator / Disturbance (1), homeless (1), Violent Crime (1).

Is Turtle Bay 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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