Bensonhurst, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Historic Italian and Chinese-American neighborhood with 86th Street and 18th Avenue shopping corridors and a strong residential community feel.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
54
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
54

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
4161
Citywide (30d)
13481
Bensonhurst share
1.3%

Recent Incidents in Bensonhurst

  1. Violent Crime — Report of Possible Gunshot Sound @ 2–18 Avenue P (Bensonhurst, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OsJ17b6eJN5Wi2_y5rp] May 10, 2026
  2. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 1982 83 STREET [311:68931960] May 9, 2026
  3. Robbery — Woman's Phone Snatched @ 20 Av Station (D) (Bath Beach, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Os5AtEMgMMx9XO7zi1A] May 8, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 27-2007, 27-2041.1 HMC, §238, § 309; § 107 (2) ( C) MDL AND 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT DOOR ENTRANCE IN COMPACTOR CLOSET AT BASEMENT @ Block 6331 Lot 6 [HPD:18877018] May 7, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE REMOVE THE ACCUMULATION OF REFUSE AND/OR RUBBISH AND MAINTAIN IN A CLEAN CONDITION THE 1st YARD FROM EAST @ Block 6218 Lot 41 [HPD:18853448] May 6, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM MAILBOX FULL PH 9293128451 FOR PERSON WHO HAVE KEY FROM BOILER ROOM AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 6218 Lot 41 [HPD:18853447] May 6, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT D1, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 6373 Lot 83 [HPD:18875927] May 6, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE ROOF SO THAT IT WILL NOT LEAK AT CEILING IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT D1, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 6373 Lot 83 [HPD:18875926] May 6, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOODEN DOOR AT CLOSET IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT D3, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 6373 Lot 83 [HPD:18875924] May 6, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOODEN DOOR ENTRANCE IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT D3, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 6373 Lot 83 [HPD:18875922] May 6, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bensonhurst, Brooklyn safe?

Bensonhurst currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 54 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Bensonhurst?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (52 incidents).

How does Bensonhurst compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Bensonhurst logged 54 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Bensonhurst?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (51), homeless (1), Robbery (1).

Is Bensonhurst getting safer or more dangerous?

Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are up. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.

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