Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports
Large residential neighborhood undergoing rezoning and development, with strong community organizations and improving infrastructure along Atlantic Avenue.
Robbery — Report of Person Breaking Into House @ 411 Montauk Ave [CZ:-Os4qhwU_Wulci1KNGFG] May 8, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT BASEME, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 4074 Lot 36 [HPD:18877103] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADMIN. CODE: PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 4074 Lot 36 [HPD:18877511] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT B5, 2nd STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 4328 Lot 6 [HPD:18913837] May 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT REAR YARD @ Block 4328 Lot 6 [HPD:18913838] May 7, 2026
Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 264 Cozine Ave (East New York, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Orr59zSawZZcr_J22vz] May 5, 2026
Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 911 Linwood St (East New York, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Orqys0eDZk794GvgBsZ] May 5, 2026
Robbery — Person Robbed @ 1047 Elton St (East New York, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OrpBC8BKTRumj0pzaGs] May 4, 2026
Violent Crime — Three Possible Gunshots Detected @ 2375 Linden Blvd (East New York, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Orp6Q2TEw5vHUHEkkaY] May 4, 2026
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 6, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 61 [HPD:18851145] May 4, 2026
East New York currently holds a F safety grade, meaning it has among the least safe in NYC. Over the last 30 days there were 73 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.
What is the safest time to walk in East New York?
Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (69 incidents).
How does East New York compare to the rest of Brooklyn?
East New York logged 73 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 New York?
The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (68), Violent Crime (3), Robbery (2).
Is East New York getting safer or more dangerous?
Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are up. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.