DUMBO, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

Updated May 11, 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

Total Incidents
8
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
8

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
4161
Citywide (30d)
13481
DUMBO share
0.2%

Recent Incidents in DUMBO

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2006, 2037 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR AND ABATE UNSAFE ELECTRIC WIRING CONDITION CONSISTING OF EXPOSED ELECTRIC WIRES AT SOUTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:18877244] May 7, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GLASS PANE AT ENTRANCE TO BUILDING @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:18877243] May 7, 2026
  3. 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 4F, 4th STORY, 5th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:18877241] May 7, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD BASE CABINET AT SINK IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 4F, 4th STORY, 5th APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 248 Lot 7501 [HPD:18877240] May 7, 2026
  5. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Person Armed With Knife @ 9 Jay St (DUMBO, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Orpvn8jpAUkLCq8XuJz] May 5, 2026
  6. 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 AND HINGES AT VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 274 Lot 3 [HPD:18848285] Apr 29, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: 566 (B) 27-2021.4 HMC: ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF PESTS. EVIDENCE OF FLIES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1121, 11th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 87 Lot 9 [HPD:18825386] Apr 29, 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 1121, 11th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 87 Lot 9 [HPD:18825387] Apr 29, 2026

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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 8 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, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (8). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (8 incidents).

How does DUMBO compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

DUMBO logged 8 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 (7), Agitator / Disturbance (1).

Is DUMBO 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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