Williamsburg, Brooklyn Safety Report

B fairly safe

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

Former industrial waterfront turned cultural hub with luxury high-rises, craft cocktail bars, and Bedford Avenue's bustling commercial strip.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
130
Trend
Down 57% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
711

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
12705
Citywide (30d)
42098
Williamsburg share
1.0%

Recent Incidents in Williamsburg

  1. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR AT NORTH WALL IN THE BATHROOM LOCATED AT APT F1, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2437 Lot 11 [HPD:19365617] Nov 9, 2026
  2. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 HMC: PROPERLY REPAIR OR REPLACE THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE DOOR IN THE 2nd ROOM FROM EAST LOCATED AT APT F1, 6th STORY, 2nd APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2437 Lot 11 [HPD:19365614] Nov 9, 2026
  3. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 10A, 10th STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM SOUTH AT WEST @ Block 2432 Lot 30 [HPD:19362306] Nov 8, 2026
  4. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 2, 2nd STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 3022 Lot 101 [HPD:19362157] Nov 8, 2026
  5. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2031 ADM CODE PROVIDE HOT WATER AT ALL HOT WATER FIXTURES IN THE ENTIRE APARTMENT LOCATED AT APT 10B, 10th STORY, 3rd APARTMENT FROM EAST AT SOUTH @ Block 2432 Lot 30 [HPD:19359438] Nov 7, 2026
  6. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2044, 2041.1 HMC: §238 MDL and 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE DOOR AT VESTIBULE , 1st STORY @ Block 2242 Lot 17 [HPD:19359316] Nov 7, 2026
  7. hazardous_building — HPD Class C Violation: § 27-2044, 2041.1 HMC: §238 MDL and 28 RCNY §25-171: REPLACE OR REPAIR THE SELF-CLOSING THE DOORS THAT IS MISSING OR DEFECTIVE HINGES AT BUILDING FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR , 1st STORY @ Block 2242 Lot 17 [HPD:19359315] Nov 7, 2026
  8. 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 1L, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2242 Lot 17 [HPD:19359314] Nov 7, 2026
  9. 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 1L, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2242 Lot 17 [HPD:19359313] Nov 7, 2026
  10. hazardous_building — HPD Class B Violation: § 27-2005 ADM CODE REPAIR THE BROKEN OR DEFECTIVE PLASTERED SURFACES AND PAINT IN A UNIFORM COLOR THE CEILING IN THE KITCHEN LOCATED AT APT 1L, 1st STORY, 1st APARTMENT FROM WEST AT NORTH @ Block 2242 Lot 17 [HPD:19359312] Nov 7, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Williamsburg, Brooklyn safe?

Williamsburg currently holds a B safety grade, meaning it has fairly safe. Over the last 30 days there were 130 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Williamsburg?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Late Night (12am–6am) sees the most activity (709 incidents).

How does Williamsburg compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Williamsburg logged 130 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Williamsburg?

The most reported categories are: hazardous_building (128), homeless (2).

Is Williamsburg getting safer or more dangerous?

Compared to the prior 30-day period, incidents are down. The 90-day trend provides a more stable picture.

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