Dyker Heights, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

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

Residential neighborhood famous for its spectacular Christmas light displays and well-kept single-family homes.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
17
Trend
Down 59% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
60

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
12221
Citywide (30d)
41017
Dyker Heights share
0.1%

Recent Incidents in Dyker Heights

  1. Violent Crime — Report of Person Shot @ 1128 70th St (Dyker Heights, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OvBYw1cxJXZokFwJChS] Jun 15, 2026
  2. 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 HINGE AT BUILDING ENTRANCE DOOR @ Block 5913 Lot 12 [HPD:19010775] Jun 13, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC TILES AT FLOOR IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY @ Block 5737 Lot 58 [HPD:19011317] Jun 12, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE GLASS AT LOWER SASH WINDOW. IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2B, 2nd STORY @ Block 5737 Lot 58 [HPD:19011318] Jun 12, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(A) HMC, § 12-01, § 12-03 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL SMOKE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH DEPARTMENT OF BUILDINGS RULES AND REGULATIONS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 6157 Lot 1 [HPD:18999532] Jun 11, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2045(B)(1)(B) HMC, § 12-06, § 12-07, § 12-09 RCNY REPAIR, REPLACE OR PROVIDE AN APPROVED AND OPERATIONAL CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTING DEVICE, INSTALLED IN ACCORDANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAW AND RULES DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 6157 Lot 1 [HPD:18999531] Jun 11, 2026
  7. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Man Brandished Knife @ Bay Ridge Ave & Fort Hamilton Pkwy (Dyker Heights, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OuiNbhXmT3IATTIVZc6] Jun 9, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2026 ADM CODE REPAIR THE LEAKY AND/OR DEFECTIVE WATER SUPPLY PIPE AT CEILING AT BASEMENT @ Block 6245 Lot 74 [HPD:18989493] Jun 4, 2026
  9. Robbery — Report of Electric Bike Theft @ 6724 14th Ave (Dyker Heights, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Ou5aRvoDCRDrwmLgEEX] Jun 2, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR KNOB AT VESTIBULE DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 5913 Lot 12 [HPD:18988822] Jun 2, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dyker Heights, Brooklyn safe?

Dyker Heights currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 17 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Dyker Heights?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (54 incidents).

How does Dyker Heights compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Dyker Heights logged 17 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Dyker Heights?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (14), Agitator / Disturbance (1), Robbery (1).

Is Dyker Heights 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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