Red Hook, Brooklyn Safety Report

C average safety

Updated June 27, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Waterfront neighborhood with an industrial-chic vibe, IKEA, Red Hook Ball Fields food vendors, and a growing arts community along Van Brunt Street.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
20
Trend
Up 82% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
31

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
12221
Citywide (30d)
41016
Red Hook share
0.2%

Recent Incidents in Red Hook

  1. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 40 Richards St (Red Hook, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OvWlQMgUtwnzDKrEFrd] Jun 19, 2026
  2. Violent Crime — Four Possible Gunshots Detected @ 39 Centre Mall (Red Hook, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OvDP8Yoj72Bk5W82md5] Jun 16, 2026
  3. 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 2L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 574 Lot 37 [HPD:19008157] Jun 15, 2026
  4. 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 MISSING IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 574 Lot 37 [HPD:19008156] Jun 15, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE LIGHT FIXTURE AT CEILING IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 2L, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 574 Lot 37 [HPD:19008155] Jun 15, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 93B LOWER LEVEL, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 531 Lot 13 [HPD:19006132] Jun 14, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE CERAMIC TILES AT EAST WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT 93B UPPER LEVEL, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 531 Lot 13 [HPD:19006131] Jun 14, 2026
  8. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: PROPERLY REPAIR WITH SIMILAR MATERIAL THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE AT WOOD FLOOR IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 93B UPPER LEVEL, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 531 Lot 13 [HPD:19006130] Jun 14, 2026
  9. 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 KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 93B LOWER LEVEL, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM NORTH AT EAST @ Block 531 Lot 13 [HPD:19006129] Jun 14, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADMIN. CODE: REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN UNIFORM COLOR AT CEILING IN THE PRIVATE HALLWAY LOCATED AT APT 93A LOWER LEVEL, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 531 Lot 13 [HPD:19006128] Jun 14, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Red Hook, Brooklyn safe?

Red Hook currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 20 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Red Hook?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (26 incidents).

How does Red Hook compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Red Hook logged 20 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Red Hook?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (13), Violent Crime (7).

Is Red Hook 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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