East Flatbush, Brooklyn Safety Report

B fairly safe

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

Caribbean-influenced residential neighborhood in central Brooklyn

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
284
Trend
Down 30% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
991

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
12705
Citywide (30d)
42098
East Flatbush share
2.2%

Recent Incidents in East Flatbush

  1. 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 D5, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''SOUTH'' @ Block 4724 Lot 40 [HPD:19365656] Nov 9, 2026
  2. 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 D5, 4th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST , SECTION ''SOUTH'' @ Block 4724 Lot 40 [HPD:19365655] Nov 9, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE POST NOTICE, IN FORM APPROVED BY THE DEPARTMENT, STATING THE NAME AND LOCATION OF THE PERSON DESIGNATED BY THE OWNER TO HAVE KEY TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM MISSING AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 4677 Lot 6 [HPD:19365191] Nov 8, 2026
  4. 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 4A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 4677 Lot 6 [HPD:19365187] Nov 8, 2026
  5. 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 4A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 4677 Lot 6 [HPD:19365186] Nov 8, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2026 ADMIN. CODE: REMOVE ALL OBSTRUCTIONS FROM WATER CLOSET ... IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1STFLO, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 4865 Lot 35 [HPD:19365102] Nov 8, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE SPRING BALANCE UPPER AND LOWER WINDOW SASH AT THE 1ST WINDOW FROM EAST AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 4th ROOM FROM NORTH LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST'' @ Block 4881 Lot 34 [HPD:19364549] Nov 8, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MORTISE LOCK AT DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST'' @ Block 4881 Lot 34 [HPD:19364548] Nov 8, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE METAL COVER AT 1ST BASEBOARD RADIATOR FROM EAST AT SOUTH WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST'' @ Block 4881 Lot 34 [HPD:19364547] Nov 8, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC FLOOR TILES IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM NORTH AT EAST LOCATED AT APT 1A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''WEST'' @ Block 4881 Lot 34 [HPD:19364546] Nov 8, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Flatbush, Brooklyn safe?

East Flatbush currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 284 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in East Flatbush?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (989 incidents).

How does East Flatbush compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

East Flatbush logged 284 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in East Flatbush?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (284).

Is East Flatbush 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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