Bay Ridge, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

Updated June 27, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Quiet, family-oriented neighborhood at the foot of the Verrazzano Bridge with diverse dining along 3rd and 5th Avenues and waterfront views from Shore Road Park.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
151
Trend
Down 4% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
311

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
12221
Citywide (30d)
41017
Bay Ridge share
1.2%

Recent Incidents in Bay Ridge

  1. Robbery — Person Stole Blue BMW X5 @ 77th St & 3rd Ave (Bay Ridge, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OvlpjOs-TUSn_Aug_fb] Jun 23, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE FAUCETS AT BATHTUB IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT A26, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5872 Lot 71 [HPD:19024358] Jun 23, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE ESCUTHEON PLATE AT BOTTEM OF HEAT RISER PIPE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT A26, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5872 Lot 71 [HPD:19024364] Jun 23, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING ESCUTHEON PLATE AT TOP OF HEAT RISER PIPE IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT A26, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5872 Lot 71 [HPD:19024363] Jun 23, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE INTERCOM SYSTEM FROM EAST WALL TO BUILDING FRONT IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT A26, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5872 Lot 71 [HPD:19024362] Jun 23, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A26, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5872 Lot 71 [HPD:19024360] Jun 23, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT A26, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5872 Lot 71 [HPD:19024359] Jun 23, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT A26, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5872 Lot 71 [HPD:19024357] Jun 23, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING AND WEST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT A26, 2nd STORY, 4th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5872 Lot 71 [HPD:19024356] Jun 23, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF BICYCLE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY, SECTION ''east'' @ Block 6010 Lot 1 [HPD:19024617] Jun 23, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bay Ridge, Brooklyn safe?

Bay Ridge currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 151 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Bay Ridge?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (304 incidents).

How does Bay Ridge compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Bay Ridge logged 151 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Bay Ridge?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (144), homeless (3), Robbery (2).

Is Bay Ridge 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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