Flatlands, Brooklyn Safety Report

B fairly safe

Updated May 11, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Quiet residential area in southeastern Brooklyn

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
45
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
45

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
4161
Citywide (30d)
13481
Flatlands share
1.1%

Recent Incidents in Flatlands

  1. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 1771 E 46th St (Flatlands, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OsJjNmvlshaWKRsRt8Q] May 11, 2026
  2. Violent Crime — Possible Gunshots Detected @ 2040 Utica Ave (Flatlands, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Os5Ks6gAgr0v2RrpDAT] May 8, 2026
  3. 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 2NDFL, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 7834 Lot 13 [HPD:18877558] May 7, 2026
  4. 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 1D, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 7826 Lot 20 [HPD:18913835] May 7, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2033 ADM CODE PROVIDE READY ACCESS TO BUILDINGS HEATING SYSTEM DOOR LOCKED AT REAR YARD @ Block 7826 Lot 20 [HPD:18913836] May 7, 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 1P, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT NORTH @ Block 7813 Lot 3 [HPD:18877296] May 7, 2026
  7. 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 1P, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT NORTH @ Block 7813 Lot 3 [HPD:18877300] May 7, 2026
  8. 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 1P, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT NORTH @ Block 7813 Lot 3 [HPD:18877299] May 7, 2026
  9. 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 AND WEST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 1P, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST , SECTION AT NORTH @ Block 7813 Lot 3 [HPD:18877295] May 7, 2026
  10. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 1915 Utica Ave [CZ:-OrwhSpdQ__rq99sr5uw] May 6, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flatlands, Brooklyn safe?

Flatlands currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 45 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Flatlands?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (40 incidents).

How does Flatlands compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Flatlands logged 45 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Flatlands?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (38), Violent Crime (5), Robbery (2).

Is Flatlands 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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