Is Murray Hill, Manhattan Safe in 2026?
Based on 2,888 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 6,747 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Murray Hill is below the Manhattan average for crime and trending safer (9.9% fewer incidents year-over-year).
Murray Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 68% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,888 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers December 2024 – December 2025 (12 months) · Source: NYPD CompStat & NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated April 18, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
2,888
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
599
955 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 9.9%
9.9% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 766 | 26.5% |
| harrassment 2 | 407 | 14.1% |
| grand larceny | 395 | 13.7% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 252 | 8.7% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 159 | 5.5% |
| felony assault | 133 | 4.6% |
| other offenses related to theft | 115 | 4.0% |
| burglary | 99 | 3.4% |
Severity Distribution
Where Crimes Occur
Quality of Life Indicators
311 complaints reveal patterns about daily quality of life that crime statistics alone do not capture. These are resident-reported issues from the past 12 months.
Noise Complaints
5,520
157.7 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
152
4.3 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
375
10.7 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
700
20.0 per 1,000 residents
High
Arrest Activity
Arrest data reflects law enforcement activity in the area. High arrest counts relative to crime can indicate active policing; low counts may reflect under-enforcement or lower crime.
Total Arrests
775
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
288
37% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
481
62% of total
How Safe Is Murray Hill Compared to Other Manhattan Neighborhoods?
Manhattan Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuyvesant Town | 523 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 94% |
| Morningside Heights | 1,583 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 82% |
| Gramercy Park | 1,802 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 80% |
| Yorkville | 1,898 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 79% |
| Roosevelt Island | 1,960 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 78% |
| Midtown East | 2,295 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 75% |
| Chinatown | 2,476 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 72% |
| Murray Hill (this page) | 2,888 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 68% |
| West Village | 3,307 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 63% |
| Upper West Side | 6,753 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Greenwich Village | 3,385 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Lincoln Square | 3,445 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Hamilton Heights | 3,541 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 61% |
| Upper East Side | 3,592 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 60% |
| Tribeca | 3,605 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 60% |
| Financial District | 3,732 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 59% |
| East Village | 4,175 | 1 | Average | 54% |
| Lower East Side | 4,401 | 4 | Average | 51% |
| SoHo | 4,564 | 0 | Average | 49% |
| Inwood | 2,649 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Washington Heights | 9,031 | 6 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| East Harlem | 12,491 | 18 | Higher Than Average | 31% |
| Harlem | 12,684 | 24 | Higher Than Average | 30% |
| Chelsea | 6,840 | 2 | Much Higher Than Average | 24% |
| Flatiron | 7,058 | 1 | Much Higher Than Average | 22% |
| Hell's Kitchen | 7,184 | 4 | Much Higher Than Average | 20% |
| Midtown | 12,545 | 4 | High Activity Area | 0% |
Understanding This Data
All crime statistics on this page are sourced directly from the NYPD CompStat database via NYC Open Data. Incidents are mapped to neighborhood boundaries using the NYC Department of City Planning Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (NTAs) — the same geographic units used in official census reporting. Each safety score reflects the cumulative activity within the NTA boundaries assigned to Murray Hill.
NTA boundaries are drawn to maintain population comparability across census tracts, which means they may not perfectly align with what residents consider their "neighborhood." In some cases, a single NTA spans areas with different character. The percentile ranking compares Murray Hill only against other NTAs within Manhattan, so scores are borough-relative rather than city-wide.
Safety conditions vary significantly block by block. Neighborhood-level statistics provide important context but should not substitute for address-level research. Use DwellCheck to analyze a specific address and understand the precise safety environment within walking distance of where you plan to live.
Frequently Asked Questions about Murray Hill Safety
Is Murray Hill safe?
Murray Hill is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 2,888 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. Murray Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 68% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,888 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Murray Hill?
The most common crimes in Murray Hill are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (766 incidents, 26.5% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (407 incidents, 14.1% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (395 incidents, 13.7% of total).
Is Murray Hill safer than the Manhattan average?
Murray Hill is safer than 68% of Manhattan neighborhoods. It had 36% fewer incidents than the borough average (2,888 vs. a borough average of 4,500).
How has crime changed in Murray Hill?
Crime in Murray Hill has improved by 9.9% year-over-year, dropping from 3,206 to 2,888 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Murray Hill?
311 data shows 5,520 Very High complaints, 152 Low complaints, and 375 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Murray Hill safe at night?
Night safety in Murray Hill varies by block. About 21.2% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Murray Hill recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Murray Hill safe for families?
For families considering Murray Hill: the neighborhood recorded 5,520 noise complaints (very high for Manhattan) and 152 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 68% of Manhattan neighborhoods, which is above average. Family-friendliness also depends on schools, parks, and building quality — use DwellCheck to evaluate a specific address.
What is the safest neighborhood in Manhattan?
Safety varies across Manhattan neighborhoods. Murray Hill ranks at the 68th percentile with 2,888 incidents. Compare all Manhattan neighborhoods in the comparison table above to see how each ranks by total crime, shootings, and borough percentile. All data is sourced from NYPD CompStat.
Can you walk around Murray Hill at night?
Murray Hill is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 2,888 total crime incidents — 36% fewer incidents than the borough average. Walking at night carries the same risk profile as anywhere in NYC: stay on commercial corridors with foot traffic, avoid empty side streets after midnight, and prefer subway lines that run 24/7.
Is Murray Hill dangerous?
By NYPD data, Murray Hill is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 68% of Manhattan neighborhoods. 2,888 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 9.9% year-over-year, dropping from 3,206 to 2,888 incidents. Block-level risk varies; check our address-level safety score for any specific street or building to weight NYPD incidents within a 250-meter radius.
What parts of Murray Hill should I avoid?
NYPD CompStat reports incidents at the precinct level, not block-by-block, so a granular "avoid this street" answer isn't possible from public data alone. The most reliable signal at the block level is DwellCheck's address-level safety score, which weights NYPD incidents within a 250m radius of a specific building. As a general rule across all NYC neighborhoods: industrial blocks with no foot traffic are higher-risk than residential blocks; subway-station-adjacent commercial corridors are lowest-risk.
Is Murray Hill a good place to live?
Murray Hill scores in the 68th percentile for safety in Manhattan. Murray Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 68% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,888 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months. Whether it's a good fit depends on what you weight: families, solo renters, and remote workers prioritize different factors (noise, transit access, parks, building quality). Use DwellCheck's full livability page for Murray Hill to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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