Borough Park, Brooklyn Safety Report

B fairly safe

Updated November 12, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

One of the largest Orthodox Jewish communities in the US, centered around 13th Avenue's bustling commercial district.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
142
Trend
Up 11% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
375

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
12705
Citywide (30d)
42098
Borough Park share
1.1%

Recent Incidents in Borough Park

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT COMPACTOR DOOR AT NORTH WALL AT COMPACTOR CLOSET, 6th STORY @ Block 5623 Lot 12 [HPD:19365555] Nov 9, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT BASEMENT AT BOILER ROOM @ Block 5623 Lot 12 [HPD:19365557] Nov 9, 2026
  3. 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 D1, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5623 Lot 12 [HPD:19365556] Nov 9, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT EAST AND SOUTH WALLS IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT F6, 6th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 5623 Lot 12 [HPD:19365554] Nov 9, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF MULTIPLE BABY CARRIAGES AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 5606 Lot 25 [HPD:19365387] Nov 9, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD ITEM, MULTIPLE BICYCLE AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY @ Block 5606 Lot 25 [HPD:19365386] Nov 9, 2026
  7. 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 BULKED DOOR AT SOUTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY @ Block 5606 Lot 25 [HPD:19365385] Nov 9, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2006, 2037 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR AND ABATE UNSAFE ELECTRIC WIRING CONDITION CONSISTING OF AT SOUTH WALL IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT E4, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5606 Lot 25 [HPD:19365384] Nov 9, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT E4, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5606 Lot 25 [HPD:19365383] Nov 9, 2026
  10. 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 IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT E4, 5th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 5606 Lot 25 [HPD:19365382] Nov 9, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Borough Park, Brooklyn safe?

Borough Park currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 142 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Borough Park?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (372 incidents).

How does Borough Park compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Borough Park logged 142 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Borough Park?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (142).

Is Borough Park 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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