Gravesend, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

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

One of Brooklyn's oldest settled areas with diverse Eastern European and Central Asian communities along Avenue U and Kings Highway.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• hazardous_building: 8
• Violent Crime: 2
• Agitator / Disturbance: 1
• Robbery: 1

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 1 incidents
• Evening (6pm–12am): 1 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 10 incidents

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Recent Incidents in Gravesend

1. Robbery — Report of Person Robbed at Gunpoint @ 267 Avenue U (Gravesend, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OsEU79OjfMpVzcyXPQI] May 10, 2026
2. Violent Crime — Man Assaulted Train Conductor @ W 7th St & Boynton Pl (Gravesend, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OrzLauZoQWVqa0SPidL] May 6, 2026
3. Violent Crime — Report of Person Stabbed @ West St & Avenue U (Gravesend, Brooklyn) [CZ:-Ort3e_HEqwV5-UP_WUf] May 5, 2026
4. Agitator / Disturbance — Report of Noise Disturbance @ 2214 W 5th St (Gravesend, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OrqTvJu4ubL4GcAPGVH] May 5, 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 4th ROOM FROM EAST AT NORTH LOCATED AT BSMT-APT GROUND, 1st BSMT-APT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 7197 Lot 51 [HPD:18852347] May 5, 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 GROUND, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 7197 Lot 51 [HPD:18852346] May 5, 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 AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT GROUND, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 7197 Lot 51 [HPD:18889097] May 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 HINGES AT LAUNDRY ROOM @ Block 6681 Lot 35 [HPD:18850603] May 4, 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 AT THE DOOR LEADING TO 2ND STORY CASE AT PUBLIC HALL, 1st STORY @ Block 7179 Lot 58 [HPD:18850514] May 4, 2026
10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE WOOD BASE FLOOR AT SINK CABINETS AT SOUTH WALL IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 7E, 7th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 7179 Lot 58 [HPD:18850513] May 4, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• Bensonhurst A
• Sheepshead Bay A
• Coney Island A
• Midwood B

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gravesend, Brooklyn safe?

Gravesend currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 12 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Gravesend?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (10 incidents).

How does Gravesend compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Gravesend logged 12 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Gravesend?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (8), Violent Crime (2), Agitator / Disturbance (1).

Is Gravesend 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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