Is Flatiron, Manhattan Safe in 2026?
Based on 7,058 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 1 shooting incident, and 4,471 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Flatiron is above the Manhattan average for crime and trending safer (17.3% fewer incidents year-over-year).
Flatiron is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 22% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 7,058 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
7,058
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
1
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,522
2,260 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 17.3%
17.3% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 2,333 | 33.1% |
| grand larceny | 1,130 | 16.0% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 629 | 8.9% |
| harrassment 2 | 554 | 7.8% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 320 | 4.5% |
| off. agnst pub ord sensblty & | 318 | 4.5% |
| other offenses related to theft | 273 | 3.9% |
| burglary | 261 | 3.7% |
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
3,679
105.1 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
20
0.6 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
307
8.8 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
465
13.3 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
2,428
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
670
28% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
1,718
71% of total
How Safe Is Flatiron 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 | 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 (this page) | 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 Flatiron.
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 Flatiron 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 Flatiron Safety
Is Flatiron safe?
Flatiron is rated "Much Higher Than Average" — Significantly above average. Over the past 12 months, 7,058 crime incidents were recorded, including 1 shooting incident. Flatiron is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 22% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 7,058 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Flatiron?
The most common crimes in Flatiron are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (2,333 incidents, 33.1% of total); 2. GRAND LARCENY (1,130 incidents, 16% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (629 incidents, 8.9% of total).
Is Flatiron safer than the Manhattan average?
Flatiron is safer than 22% of Manhattan neighborhoods. It had 57% more incidents than the borough average (7,058 vs. a borough average of 4,500).
How has crime changed in Flatiron?
Crime in Flatiron has improved by 17.3% year-over-year, dropping from 8,539 to 7,058 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Flatiron?
311 data shows 3,679 Very High complaints, 20 Low complaints, and 307 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Flatiron safe at night?
Night safety in Flatiron varies by block. About 21.6% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Flatiron recorded 1 shooting incident in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Flatiron safe for families?
For families considering Flatiron: the neighborhood recorded 3,679 noise complaints (very high for Manhattan) and 20 rodent reports. It ranks in the 22th percentile for safety in Manhattan. 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. Flatiron ranks at the 22th percentile with 7,058 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 Flatiron at night?
Flatiron is classified as "Much Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 1 shooting incident and 7,058 total crime incidents — 57% more 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 Flatiron dangerous?
By NYPD data, Flatiron is rated "Much Higher Than Average" — safer than 22% of Manhattan neighborhoods. 7,058 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 17.3% year-over-year, dropping from 8,539 to 7,058 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 Flatiron 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 Flatiron a good place to live?
Flatiron scores in the 22th percentile for safety in Manhattan. Flatiron is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 22% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 7,058 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 Flatiron to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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