Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn Safety Report

C average safety

Updated March 23, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Historic neighborhood with the largest collection of Victorian and brownstone architecture in NYC. Fulton Street and Nostrand Avenue are the commercial hubs.

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

• Encampment: 3
• Drug Activity: 2
• Robbery: 1
• Violent Crime: 1

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

• Afternoon (12pm–6pm): 3 incidents
• Evening (6pm–12am): 1 incidents
• Late Night (12am–6am): 2 incidents
• Morning (6am–12pm): 1 incidents

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Recent Incidents in Bed-Stuy

1. Violent Crime — Two Women Fighting on Train Platform @ Kingston-Throop Avs Station (C) (Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OoQXV1QqLWTRN4vJEHD] Mar 23, 2026
2. Robbery — Officers Searching for Three Men Wanted for Robbery of Business @ 479 Nostrand Ave (Bedford Stuyvesant, Brooklyn) [CZ:-OoMGdQbBJScZy4IWZ80] Mar 22, 2026
3. Encampment — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ MADISON STREET [311:68404108] Mar 21, 2026
4. Drug Activity — Drug Activity: Use Outside @ 230 MONROE STREET [311:68409305] Mar 21, 2026
5. Encampment — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 385 THROOP AVENUE [311:68317261] Mar 13, 2026
6. Drug Activity — Drug Activity: Use Outside @ 1496 FULTON STREET [311:68239666] Mar 7, 2026
7. Encampment — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 242 MADISON STREET [311:68201440] Mar 5, 2026

Nearby Neighborhoods

• Williamsburg B
• Bushwick C
• Crown Heights B
• Clinton Hill N/A

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn safe?

Bed-Stuy currently holds a C safety grade, meaning it has average safety. Over the last 30 days there were 7 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Bed-Stuy?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Morning (6am–12pm) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Afternoon (12pm–6pm) sees the most activity (3 incidents).

How does Bed-Stuy compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Bed-Stuy logged 7 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Bed-Stuy?

The most reported categories are: Encampment (3), Drug Activity (2), Robbery (1).

Is Bed-Stuy 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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