Updated November 12, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports
Former industrial canal neighborhood transformed into a creative hub with breweries, art studios, and Whole Foods alongside ongoing EPA Superfund cleanup.
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 DOOR IN THE ENTRANCE LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 1023 Lot 21 [HPD:19365317] Nov 9, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 1023 Lot 21 [HPD:19365315] Nov 9, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LATCH SET AT THE HOPPER DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY @ Block 1028 Lot 54 [HPD:19365917] Nov 9, 2026
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 LATCH SET AT HOPPER DOOR AT PUBLIC HALL, 5th STORY @ Block 1028 Lot 54 [HPD:19365916] Nov 9, 2026
homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 4 AVENUE [311:71034088] Nov 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE HANDRAIL AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 1st STORY @ Block 997 Lot 7 [HPD:19359974] Nov 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE FIRE EGRESS DEFECTIVE. MAKE STATIONARY THE IRON LADDER LEADING TO SCUTTLE OPENING IN ROOF AT NORTH WALL AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY @ Block 997 Lot 7 [HPD:19359983] Nov 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD STORAGE AT PUBLIC HALL, 4th STORY @ Block 997 Lot 7 [HPD:19359982] Nov 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE REMOVE ALL ENCUMBRANCES CONSISTING OF HOUSEHOLD STORAGE AT PUBLIC HALL, 3rd STORY @ Block 997 Lot 7 [HPD:19359981] Nov 7, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY SECURE THE LOOSE HANDRAIL AT PUBLIC HALL STAIRS, 2nd STORY @ Block 997 Lot 7 [HPD:19359980] Nov 7, 2026
Gowanus currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 133 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.
What is the safest time to walk in Gowanus?
Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (2). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (418 incidents).
How does Gowanus compare to the rest of Brooklyn?
Gowanus logged 133 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.
What types of incidents are most common in Gowanus?
The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (132), homeless (1).
Is Gowanus getting safer or more dangerous?
Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are down. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.