Upper East Side, Manhattan Safety Report

A very safe

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

Museum Mile, Central Park East, and Madison Avenue luxury — Manhattan's traditional old-money enclave with world-class cultural institutions.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
0
Trend
Down 100% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
4

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Manhattan (30d)
34
Citywide (30d)
258
Upper East Side share
0.0%

Recent Incidents in Upper East Side

  1. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: Report-dispute — Complainant Unavailable (Precinct 19, Manhattan) [CCRB:202601284] Feb 10, 2026
  2. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: CV already in custody — Complainant Unavailable (Precinct 19, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600314] Jan 10, 2026
  3. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: C/V requested info from officer — SRAD Closure (Precinct 19, Manhattan) [CCRB:202600203] Jan 6, 2026
  4. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: PD suspected C/V of violation/crime - bldg — Complainant Unavailable (Precinct 19, Manhattan) [CCRB:202512878] Dec 26, 2025

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Upper East Side, Manhattan safe?

Upper East Side currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 0 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Upper East Side?

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

How does Upper East Side compare to the rest of Manhattan?

Upper East Side logged 0 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Upper East Side?

Not enough recent data to break down by type.

Is Upper East Side 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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