Cobble Hill, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

Updated August 12, 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

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• hazardous_building: 131
• Violent Crime: 7
• Robbery: 5
• homeless: 1

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 6 incidents
• Evening (6pm–12am): 4 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 215 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 2 incidents

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Recent Incidents in Cobble Hill

1. Violent Crime — 11 Possible Gunshots Detected @ 134 Douglass St (Gowanus, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OziXOdTfAaiIona6QaM] Aug 11, 2026
2. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 235 Hoyt St (Gowanus, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OzYxsr8CnRYWSbKzsOe] Aug 9, 2026
3. Violent Crime — Six Possible Gunshots Detected @ 241 Hoyt St (Gowanus, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OzUL9DzynIj4k9Faogd] Aug 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 LATCH SET AT HOPPER DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY @ Block 258 Lot 17 [HPD:19132052] Aug 6, 2026
5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT HOPPER DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 2nd STORY @ Block 258 Lot 17 [HPD:19132053] Aug 6, 2026
6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT NORTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 3A, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 350 Lot 15 [HPD:19132058] Aug 6, 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 LATCH SET AT VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 350 Lot 15 [HPD:19132059] Aug 6, 2026
8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 350 Lot 15 [HPD:19132060] Aug 6, 2026
9. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING HOOK AND EYE AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 351 Lot 16 [HPD:19132061] Aug 6, 2026
10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE MAKE SAFE BY PROPERLY REPAIRING THE STRUCTURAL DEFECT CONCRETE/BRICK POST AT BUILDING FRONT. YARD @ Block 351 Lot 23 [HPD:19132063] Aug 6, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• Park Slope A
• Carroll Gardens A
• Brooklyn Heights A
• Downtown Brooklyn B

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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 144 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 (215 incidents).

How does Cobble Hill compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Cobble Hill logged 144 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 (131), Violent Crime (7), Robbery (5).

Is Cobble 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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