Is Stuyvesant Town, Manhattan Safe in 2026?
Based on 523 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 629 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Stuyvesant Town is below the Manhattan average for crime and trending safer (27.9% fewer incidents year-over-year).
Stuyvesant Town is considered exceptionally safe, ranking safer than 94% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 523 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
523
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
103
154 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 27.9%
27.9% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 220 | 42.1% |
| grand larceny | 72 | 13.8% |
| harrassment 2 | 54 | 10.3% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 28 | 5.4% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 26 | 5.0% |
| felony assault | 22 | 4.2% |
| burglary | 19 | 3.6% |
| offenses against public admini | 10 | 1.9% |
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
334
9.5 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Rodent Reports
8
0.2 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
48
1.4 per 1,000 residents
Low
Heat/Hot Water
239
6.8 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
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
165
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
60
36% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
105
64% of total
How Safe Is Stuyvesant Town Compared to Other Manhattan Neighborhoods?
Manhattan Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stuyvesant Town (this page) | 523 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 94% |
| 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 | 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% |
| 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% |
| Inwood | 2,649 | 5 | Average | 54% |
| Lower East Side | 4,401 | 4 | Average | 51% |
| Washington Heights | 9,031 | 6 | Average | 50% |
| SoHo | 4,564 | 0 | Average | 49% |
| 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 Stuyvesant Town.
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 Stuyvesant Town 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 Stuyvesant Town Safety
Is Stuyvesant Town safe?
Stuyvesant Town is rated "Exceptionally Safe" — Top 10% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 523 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. Stuyvesant Town is considered exceptionally safe, ranking safer than 94% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 523 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Stuyvesant Town?
The most common crimes in Stuyvesant Town are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (220 incidents, 42.1% of total); 2. GRAND LARCENY (72 incidents, 13.8% of total); 3. HARRASSMENT 2 (54 incidents, 10.3% of total).
Is Stuyvesant Town safer than the Manhattan average?
Stuyvesant Town is safer than 94% of Manhattan neighborhoods. It had 88% fewer incidents than the borough average (523 vs. a borough average of 4,500).
How has crime changed in Stuyvesant Town?
Crime in Stuyvesant Town has improved by 27.9% year-over-year, dropping from 725 to 523 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Stuyvesant Town?
311 data shows 334 Moderate complaints, 8 Low complaints, and 48 Low complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Stuyvesant Town safe at night?
Night safety in Stuyvesant Town varies by block. About 18.4% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Stuyvesant Town recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Stuyvesant Town safe for families?
For families considering Stuyvesant Town: the neighborhood recorded 334 noise complaints (moderate for Manhattan) and 8 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 94% 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. Stuyvesant Town ranks at the 94th percentile with 523 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.
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