Is East Flatbush, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 11,900 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 29 shooting incidents, and 21,782 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, East Flatbush is below the Brooklyn average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
East Flatbush is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 11,900 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers December 2024 – December 2025 (12 months) · Source: NYPD CompStat & NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated April 26, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
11,900
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
29
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,714
3,919 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 0.4%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 2,555 | 21.5% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 1,352 | 11.4% |
| petit larceny | 1,275 | 10.7% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 967 | 8.1% |
| felony assault | 744 | 6.3% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 731 | 6.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 730 | 6.1% |
| grand larceny | 649 | 5.5% |
Severity Distribution
Where Crimes Occur
Quality of Life Indicators
311 complaints reveal patterns about daily quality of life that crime statistics alone do not capture. These are resident-reported issues from the past 12 months.
Noise Complaints
11,561
82.6 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
526
3.8 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
907
6.5 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
8,788
62.8 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Arrest Activity
Arrest data reflects law enforcement activity in the area. High arrest counts relative to crime can indicate active policing; low counts may reflect under-enforcement or lower crime.
Total Arrests
5,699
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
2,701
47% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
2,974
52% of total
How Safe Is East Flatbush Compared to Other Brooklyn Neighborhoods?
Brooklyn Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Terrace | 433 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 93% |
| Prospect Heights | 876 | 2 | Much Safer Than Average | 86% |
| Brooklyn Heights | 989 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 85% |
| Kensington | 1,100 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 83% |
| Brighton Beach | 1,272 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 80% |
| Midwood | 1,414 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 78% |
| Clinton Hill | 1,338 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Ditmas Park | 1,648 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Greenpoint | 1,925 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 70% |
| Marine Park | 1,908 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 70% |
| Park Slope | 2,290 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 64% |
| Bay Ridge | 3,295 | 0 | Average | 49% |
| Williamsburg | 3,515 | 1 | Average | 45% |
| Fort Greene | 3,321 | 6 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Sunset Park | 3,565 | 4 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Sheepshead Bay | 2,604 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| East Flatbush (this page) | 11,900 | 29 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Prospect Lefferts Gardens | 3,045 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Carroll Gardens | 3,958 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 38% |
| Canarsie | 3,962 | 12 | Higher Than Average | 38% |
| Flatbush | 4,068 | 7 | Higher Than Average | 36% |
| Bushwick | 8,439 | 12 | Higher Than Average | 34% |
| East New York | 13,735 | 27 | Higher Than Average | 28% |
| Crown Heights | 9,739 | 19 | Much Higher Than Average | 24% |
| Coney Island | 5,745 | 9 | Much Higher Than Average | 10% |
| Downtown Brooklyn | 6,295 | 4 | High Activity Area | 2% |
| Bed-Stuy | 13,299 | 28 | High Activity Area | 0% |
Understanding This Data
All crime statistics on this page are sourced directly from the NYPD CompStat database via NYC Open Data. Incidents are mapped to neighborhood boundaries using the NYC Department of City Planning Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (NTAs) — the same geographic units used in official census reporting. Each safety score reflects the cumulative activity within the NTA boundaries assigned to East Flatbush.
NTA boundaries are drawn to maintain population comparability across census tracts, which means they may not perfectly align with what residents consider their "neighborhood." In some cases, a single NTA spans areas with different character. The percentile ranking compares East Flatbush only against other NTAs within Brooklyn, so scores are borough-relative rather than city-wide.
Safety conditions vary significantly block by block. Neighborhood-level statistics provide important context but should not substitute for address-level research. Use DwellCheck to analyze a specific address and understand the precise safety environment within walking distance of where you plan to live.
Frequently Asked Questions about East Flatbush Safety
Is East Flatbush safe?
East Flatbush is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 11,900 crime incidents were recorded, including 29 shooting incidents. East Flatbush is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 11,900 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in East Flatbush?
The most common crimes in East Flatbush are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (2,555 incidents, 21.5% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (1,352 incidents, 11.4% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (1,275 incidents, 10.7% of total).
Is East Flatbush safer than the Brooklyn average?
East Flatbush is safer than 44% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 7% fewer incidents than the borough average (11,900 vs. a borough average of 12,800).
How has crime changed in East Flatbush?
Crime in East Flatbush has remained stable year-over-year (11,854 vs 11,900 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about East Flatbush?
311 data shows 11,561 Very High complaints, 526 Low complaints, and 907 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is East Flatbush safe at night?
Night safety in East Flatbush varies by block. About 33.1% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. East Flatbush recorded 29 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is East Flatbush safe for families?
For families considering East Flatbush: the neighborhood recorded 11,561 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 526 rodent reports. It ranks in the 44th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Family-friendliness also depends on schools, parks, and building quality — use DwellCheck to evaluate a specific address.
What is the safest neighborhood in Brooklyn?
Safety varies across Brooklyn neighborhoods. East Flatbush ranks at the 44th percentile with 11,900 incidents. Compare all Brooklyn neighborhoods in the comparison table above to see how each ranks by total crime, shootings, and borough percentile. All data is sourced from NYPD CompStat.
Can you walk around East Flatbush at night?
East Flatbush is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 29 shooting incidents and 11,900 total crime incidents — 7% fewer incidents than the borough average. Walking at night carries the same risk profile as anywhere in NYC: stay on commercial corridors with foot traffic, avoid empty side streets after midnight, and prefer subway lines that run 24/7.
Is East Flatbush dangerous?
By NYPD data, East Flatbush is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 44% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 11,900 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (11,854 vs 11,900 incidents). Block-level risk varies; check our address-level safety score for any specific street or building to weight NYPD incidents within a 250-meter radius.
What parts of East Flatbush should I avoid?
NYPD CompStat reports incidents at the precinct level, not block-by-block, so a granular "avoid this street" answer isn't possible from public data alone. The most reliable signal at the block level is DwellCheck's address-level safety score, which weights NYPD incidents within a 250m radius of a specific building. As a general rule across all NYC neighborhoods: industrial blocks with no foot traffic are higher-risk than residential blocks; subway-station-adjacent commercial corridors are lowest-risk.
Is East Flatbush a good place to live?
East Flatbush scores in the 44th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. East Flatbush is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 11,900 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months. Whether it's a good fit depends on what you weight: families, solo renters, and remote workers prioritize different factors (noise, transit access, parks, building quality). Use DwellCheck's full livability page for East Flatbush to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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