East New York, Brooklyn Safety Report

F among the least safe in NYC

Updated November 12, 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
123
Trend
Down 40% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
608

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
12705
Citywide (30d)
42098
East New York share
1.0%

Recent Incidents in East New York

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING CONISTING OF KICKSTAND, BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE @ Block 4480 Lot 144 [HPD:19358333] Nov 6, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE DEVICE PREVENTING DOOR FROM BEING SELF-CLOSING CONSISTING OF KICKSTAND IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 4480 Lot 144 [HPD:19358332] Nov 6, 2026
  3. 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 THAT IS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 4480 Lot 144 [HPD:19358329] Nov 6, 2026
  4. 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 THAT IS DEFECTIVE IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 4480 Lot 144 [HPD:19358328] Nov 6, 2026
  5. 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 BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 4480 Lot 144 [HPD:19358326] Nov 6, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 4480 Lot 144 [HPD:19358325] Nov 6, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT EAST,SOUTH AND CEILING IN THE FOYER LOCATED AT APT 4A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 4328 Lot 1 [HPD:19358829] Nov 6, 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 BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 4A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 4328 Lot 1 [HPD:19358828] Nov 6, 2026
  9. 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 4A, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 4328 Lot 1 [HPD:19358827] Nov 6, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE ELECTRICAL GFCI OUTLET AT EAST WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1FL, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 4453 Lot 3 [HPD:19363598] Nov 5, 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 123 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 (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (604 incidents).

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

East New York logged 123 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 (123).

Is East New York 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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