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I've never made an assumption, I've stated how I feel. There is a big difference. Also, I would be very very had for the OP to walk 4 block in the wrong direction, as they would be walking avenues vs. street.
Would you all say the same about Tribeca, the UES (where I grew up), LES?
Without assuming, I think people hold onto perceptions of certain areas without truly knowing the area being discussed.
Yes, my statement that is luggage is less than convenient for that length of walk when you are unfamiliar with the area would apply for those areas as well. I would also give that recommendation in LA, DC, Philadelphia or London - pretty much any major city. A .6 mile walk can quickly become a 1 mile walk or longer if you don't know where you are going and may not have access to GPS/maps on a cell phone if you are in a foreign country. Especially if a subway spits you out and you may be dis-oriented direction-wise. Add in the potential of walking four blocks (yes, avenues are still blocks, they don't really take THAT long to walk) and ending up in East Harlem and it would be the equivalent of having the USC tram drop you off for a visit to USC but ending up in one of the less savory areas of South LA because you don't know where you are walking.
If you would refer further up the chain you will notice that I said I have never found the area unsafe (as long as they stay in the direction they should be going) - but navigating with the luggage may be somewhat inconvenient. Add that in with unfamiliarity with the area and I would always recommend someone take a taxi if they can.