Flatlands, Brooklyn Safety Report

B fairly safe

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

Quiet residential area in southeastern Brooklyn

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• hazardous_building: 55
• Violent Crime: 9
• Robbery: 1

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 4 incidents
• Evening (6pm–12am): 6 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 179 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 9 incidents

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Recent Incidents in Flatlands

1. Violent Crime — Possible Gunshots Detected @ 5402 Flatlands Ave (Flatlands, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OzdkEb9sNOU5DjEX6BK] Aug 10, 2026
2. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 1568 E 46th St (Flatlands, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OzYtlfvxI20r9Gt8Oa6] Aug 9, 2026
3. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 3851 Flatlands Ave [CZ:-OzVFgm956b9ZKmtqjpT] Aug 8, 2026
4. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected From Rooftop @ 1754 Hendrickson St (Marine Park, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OzQ7_MapRmJOCvqnJTW] Aug 7, 2026
5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD FLOOR IN THE 1st ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT 3, 3rd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 7801 Lot 43 [HPD:19118152] Aug 5, 2026
6. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LOOSE BRICKS AT EXIT STAIR TREAD , 2ND FROM BOTTOM AT, NORTHEAST SECTION, NORTH YARD @ Block 7790 Lot 1 [HPD:19118242] Aug 5, 2026
7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DISLODGED STEEL ANGLE AT, DOOR FRAME TO EAST WALL, EAST SECTION, CELLAR STORY , AT PUBLIC HALL @ Block 7790 Lot 1 [HPD:19118239] Aug 5, 2026
8. 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 HINGESAT, FIRE STAIR DOOR , SOUTH WALL , EAST SECTION, CELLAR STORY AT PUBLIC HALL @ Block 7790 Lot 1 [HPD:19118238] Aug 5, 2026
9. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE UNHINGED WOOD DOOR AT EAST WALL IN THE 1st ROOM FROM NORTH AT WEST LOCATED AT CELLAR APT GROUND, 2nd CELLAR APT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST'' @ Block 7790 Lot 1 [HPD:19118236] Aug 5, 2026
10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE FIRE EGRESS DEFECTIVE. REMOVE OBSTRUCTING BARS OR UNLAWFUL GATES FROM AT LEAST 1 WINDOW OR PROVIDE APPROVED TYPE GATE ... IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT CELLAR APT GROUND, 2nd CELLAR APT FROM EAST AT SOUTH , SECTION ''EAST'' @ Block 7790 Lot 1 [HPD:19118235] Aug 5, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• East Flatbush C
• Canarsie C
• Marine Park A
• Mill Basin B
• Bergen Beach B

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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 65 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, Afternoon (12pm–6pm) has the fewest reported incidents (4). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (179 incidents).

How does Flatlands compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Flatlands logged 65 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 (55), Violent Crime (9), Robbery (1).

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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