Updated August 12, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports
Brooklyn's northernmost neighborhood with Polish heritage, waterfront parks along the East River, and a quieter, more residential vibe than neighboring Williamsburg.
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2010, 2011, 2012 ADM CODE CLEANSE AND DISINFECT TO THE SATISFACTION OF THIS DEPARTMENT AFTER REMOVING THE WATER AT CELLAR @ Block 2533 Lot 21 [HPD:19123933] Aug 4, 2026
homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 231 FRANKLIN STREET [311:69932043] Aug 3, 2026
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 505, 5th STORY, 11th APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2576 Lot 7501 [HPD:19111162] Aug 3, 2026
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 505, 5th STORY, 11th APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2576 Lot 7501 [HPD:19111161] Aug 3, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE MACHANICAL VENTILATION AT NORTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 505, 5th STORY, 11th APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 2576 Lot 7501 [HPD:19111160] Aug 3, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE & 309 M/D LAW ABATE THE NUISANCE CONSISTING OF HOT WATER EXCEEDING MAXIMUM TEMPERATURE OF 130 DEGREES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 8A, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2532 Lot 1 [HPD:19114317] Jul 29, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2024 ADM CODE PROVIDE ADEQUATE SUPPLY OF COLD WATER FOR THE FIXTURES ... IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 8A, 8th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2532 Lot 1 [HPD:19114322] Jul 29, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005, 2007 ADM CODE AND DEPT. RULES AND REGULATIONS. REMOVE THE ENCUMBRANCE OBSTRUCTING EGRESS FROM FIRE ESCAPES CONSISTING OF TREE BRANCHES AT BALCONY AT 1ST STACK FROM EAST AT NORTH AT FIRE ESCAPE, 4th STORY @ Block 2558 Lot 72 [HPD:19102396] Jul 28, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE FIRE RETARDANT PLASTER AT CEILING AT BULKHEAD , 4th STORY @ Block 2558 Lot 72 [HPD:19102394] Jul 28, 2026
hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2026, 2027 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR THE SOURCE AND ABATE THE EVIDENCE OF A WATER LEAK AT CEILING AT BULKHEAD , 4th STORY @ Block 2558 Lot 72 [HPD:19102393] Jul 28, 2026
Greenpoint currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 105 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.
What is the safest time to walk in Greenpoint?
Based on 90 days of incident data, Evening (6pm–12am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (305 incidents).
How does Greenpoint compare to the rest of Brooklyn?
Greenpoint logged 105 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.
What types of incidents are most common in Greenpoint?
The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (100), homeless (5).
Is Greenpoint getting safer or more dangerous?
Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are up. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.