East New York, Brooklyn Safety Report

F among the least safe in NYC

Updated September 27, 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.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
180
Trend
Up 1% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
500

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
14330
Citywide (30d)
37196
East New York share
1.3%

Recent Incidents in East New York

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOWER WINDOW SASH SPRING BALANCE AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239597] Sep 23, 2026
  2. 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 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239596] Sep 23, 2026
  3. 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239595] Sep 23, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2006, 2037 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR AND ABATE UNSAFE ELECTRIC WIRING CONDITION CONSISTING OF EXPOSED ELECTRICAL WIRING AT WEST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239594] Sep 23, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPLACE WITH NEW THE MISSING DOOR KNOB AT DOOR AT ENTRANCE IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239593] Sep 23, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR AT ENTRANCE IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239592] Sep 23, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE WEST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239591] Sep 23, 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 THE CEILING IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST AT SOUTH LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239590] Sep 23, 2026
  9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC WALL TILES AT EAST AND SOUTH WALLS IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239589] Sep 23, 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 KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 2A, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 4456 Lot 78 [HPD:19239587] Sep 23, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East New York, Brooklyn safe?

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 180 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, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (6). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (483 incidents).

How does East New York compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

East New York logged 180 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 (180).

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.

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