Ditmas Park, Brooklyn Safety Report

B fairly safe

Updated May 13, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Victorian-era neighborhood with grand freestanding homes on tree-lined streets, Caribbean culture, and Cortelyou Road's restaurant scene.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
224
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
224

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
4226
Citywide (30d)
13678
Ditmas Park share
5.3%

Recent Incidents in Ditmas Park

  1. Violent Crime — 13 Possible Gunshots Detected @ 2330 Newkirk Ave [CZ:-OsV0f91R8P2MKRv3OcK] May 13, 2026
  2. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 2007 Foster Ave (Flatbush, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OsUivCvdfervSNN1WMH] May 13, 2026
  3. Robbery — Man Robbed Woman, Detained by Civilian @ 423 Rugby Rd (Flatbush, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OsJJno4RI10H7R6ShsR] May 10, 2026
  4. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 1233 Ocean Ave (Flatbush, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Os4DvK5o_3wdXuGtYu8] May 8, 2026
  5. Agitator / Disturbance — NYPD Seeks Suspect Who Shoved 67-Year-Old Off Bicycle in April @ Avenue H & E 15th St (Flatbush, Brooklyn) — Anyone with information is asked to call the [NYPD's Crime Stoppers Hotline](tel:800-577-8477) or submit tips through the [Crime Stoppers website](https://crimestoppers.nypdonline.org/). [CZ:-Os4A4tao35gey8ta5Pg] May 8, 2026
  6. Violent Crime — People Fighting on Northbound Platform @ Newkirk Plaza Station (B) (Q) (Flatbush, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Os1CUi9E4fs-uH5sj56] May 7, 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 AT CEILING AND ALL WALLS IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5208 Lot 1 [HPD:18877407] May 7, 2026
  8. 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 FOYER LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5208 Lot 1 [HPD:18877406] May 7, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 5208 Lot 1 [HPD:18877405] May 7, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT CELLAR AT BOILER ROOM @ Block 5164 Lot 9 [HPD:18875793] May 6, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Ditmas Park, Brooklyn safe?

Ditmas Park currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 224 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Ditmas Park?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (221 incidents).

How does Ditmas Park compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Ditmas Park logged 224 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Ditmas Park?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (217), Violent Crime (5), Agitator / Disturbance (1).

Is Ditmas 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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