DUMBO, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

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

Trendy waterfront enclave under the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges, home to tech startups, art galleries, and Brooklyn Bridge Park.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• hazardous_building: 23
• homeless: 5
• Robbery: 3
• Violent Crime: 1

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 2 incidents
• Evening (6pm–12am): 10 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 124 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 1 incidents

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Recent Incidents in DUMBO

1. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ 48A MARKET STREET [311:70011785] Aug 10, 2026
2. Violent Crime — Two Women Fighting @ High Street Station (Downtown Brooklyn, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OzT7Jo5GZlqCsqUPYep] Aug 7, 2026
3. homeless — Encampment: N/A @ 48 MARKET STREET [311:69933956] Aug 3, 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 HINGES AT DOOR LEADING TO JANITOR CLOSET AT SOUTH AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:19110662] Aug 3, 2026
5. 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 DOOR LEADING REFUSE ROOM AT NORTH AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:19110660] Aug 3, 2026
6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE STRIKER PLATE AT ENTRANCE DOOR IN THE 3rd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 7th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:19110659] Aug 3, 2026
7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD BASEBOARD AT WEST AND NORTH WALLS IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 7th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:19110658] Aug 3, 2026
8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: REFIT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 7th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:19110657] Aug 3, 2026
9. 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 IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 7th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:19110656] Aug 3, 2026
10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: REFIT ENTRANCE DOOR IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 7th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:19110655] Aug 3, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• Brooklyn Heights A
• Downtown Brooklyn B
• Williamsburg B

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is DUMBO, Brooklyn safe?

DUMBO currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 32 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in DUMBO?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (124 incidents).

How does DUMBO compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

DUMBO logged 32 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in DUMBO?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (23), homeless (5), Robbery (3).

Is DUMBO 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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