Cobble Hill, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

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

Intimate, low-rise neighborhood with charming brownstone blocks, boutique shopping on Court and Smith Streets, and a village-like feel rare in NYC.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
52
Trend
Down 42% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
143

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
12221
Citywide (30d)
41016
Cobble Hill share
0.4%

Recent Incidents in Cobble Hill

  1. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected Near Courtyard @ 417 Baltic St (Gowanus, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Ow9ok6FQQstgeH0OGvq] Jun 27, 2026
  2. Violent Crime — Report of Gunshots Heard @ 252 President St (Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Ow67WcPmwlw3VSntiTw] Jun 27, 2026
  3. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 142 Sackett St (Columbia Street Waterfront District, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Ovf7vKdeFIIN7cGVFKd] Jun 21, 2026
  4. Robbery — Moped Men Sought for Chain-Snatching Spree @ Brooklyn [CZ:-OvHGnRF9X7kwY8iit5k] Jun 16, 2026
  5. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Fireworks Disturbance @ 420 Baltic St (Gowanus, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OvDHxiUqALtPlHoKGKz] Jun 16, 2026
  6. Violent Crime — Four Possible Gunshots Detected @ 347 Baltic St (Gowanus, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OvD3t-I5JfP74McCVSE] Jun 16, 2026
  7. Violent Crime — Report of Gunshots Heard @ 194 Hoyt St (Gowanus, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OvCiiSqwhY5eu1PQDHn] Jun 16, 2026
  8. 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 HOPPER DOOR AT SOUTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 258 Lot 17 [HPD:19008592] Jun 16, 2026
  9. 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 AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 258 Lot 17 [HPD:19008589] Jun 16, 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 1R, 1st STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 385 Lot 59 [HPD:19006665] Jun 14, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cobble Hill, Brooklyn safe?

Cobble Hill currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 52 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Cobble Hill?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (134 incidents).

How does Cobble Hill compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Cobble Hill logged 52 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Cobble Hill?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (44), Violent Crime (6), Agitator / Disturbance (1).

Is Cobble Hill 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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