Boerum Hill, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

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

Small brownstone neighborhood with Atlantic Avenue's antique row, Smith Street restaurants, and a strong sense of local identity.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• hazardous_building: 18
• Violent Crime: 4

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Evening (6pm–12am): 1 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 20 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 1 incidents

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Recent Incidents in Boerum Hill

1. Violent Crime — Report of Fight on Train @ Bergen St (Boerum Hill, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OsLrkXOWa6O2gSnNF9_] May 11, 2026
2. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 673 Union St (Park Slope, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OsF04R2DjWET1oRl9Zf] May 10, 2026
3. Violent Crime — Person Assaulted at Borough Hall Station @ 209 Joralemon St (Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Os3YQi9oP1hvUSqiMkW] May 7, 2026
4. Violent Crime — Nine Possible Gunshots Detected @ 267 Wyckoff St (Boerum Hill, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Orl4OIhHfWNZ7fqDt_H] May 4, 2026
5. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 206, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 145 Lot 33 [HPD:18850937] May 4, 2026
6. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF SCALDING HOT WATER ABOVE 130 DEGREES IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 269 Lot 16 [HPD:18850506] May 4, 2026
7. 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 MISSING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 2088 Lot 25 [HPD:18864557] May 2, 2026
8. 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 MISISNG AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 271 Lot 1 [HPD:18864524] May 2, 2026
9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GLASS PANE AT LOWER SASH WINDOW IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2F, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 181 Lot 37 [HPD:18864527] May 2, 2026
10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 31F, 31st STORY, 5th APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 148 Lot 1 [HPD:18827873] May 1, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• Cobble Hill A
• Downtown Brooklyn B
• Fort Greene B
• Gowanus A

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Boerum Hill, Brooklyn safe?

Boerum Hill currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 22 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Boerum Hill?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (20 incidents).

How does Boerum Hill compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Boerum Hill logged 22 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Boerum Hill?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (18), Violent Crime (4).

Is Boerum Hill 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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