Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn Safety Report

A very safe

Updated March 26, 2026 · Data from NYPD, 311, Citizen, community reports

Small historic neighborhood between DUMBO and Downtown Brooklyn

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30-Day Crime & Safety Summary

Total Incidents
8
Trend
Up 0% vs previous 30 days
90-Day Total
9

Incidents by Type (30 Days)

Safety by Time of Day (90 Days)

Borough & Citywide Comparison

Brooklyn (30d)
205
Citywide (30d)
373
Vinegar Hill share
3.9%

Recent Incidents in Vinegar Hill

  1. Violent Crime — One Possible Gunshot Detected @ 15 Marginal St (Lower East Side, Manhattan) [CZ:-OoYUpQtEOpkMenUl-Yd] Mar 25, 2026
  2. Drug Activity — Drug Activity: Use Indoor @ 286 SOUTH STREET [311:68428817] Mar 23, 2026
  3. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 151 YORK STREET [311:68367705] Mar 18, 2026
  4. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Chronic @ 28 ADAMS STREET [311:68282949] Mar 10, 2026
  5. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 155 WATER STREET [311:68274781] Mar 10, 2026
  6. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 28 ADAMS STREET [311:68265491] Mar 9, 2026
  7. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Chronic @ 28 ADAMS STREET [311:68187462] Mar 2, 2026
  8. homeless — Homeless Person Assistance: Non-Chronic @ 28 ADAMS STREET [311:68184500] Mar 2, 2026
  9. police_misconduct — CCRB Complaint: PD suspected C/V of violation/crime - bldg — Complainant Uncooperative (Precinct 88, Brooklyn) [CCRB:202600362] Jan 8, 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn safe?

Vinegar Hill currently holds a A safety grade, meaning it has very safe. Over the last 30 days there were 8 reported incidents in the area. Safety varies by time of day and block.

What is the safest time to walk in Vinegar Hill?

Based on 90 days of incident data, Late Night (12am–6am) has the fewest reported incidents (1). Morning (6am–12pm) sees the most activity (4 incidents).

How does Vinegar Hill compare to the rest of Brooklyn?

Vinegar Hill logged 8 incidents in the last 30 days. View the full comparison section for borough and citywide context.

What types of incidents are most common in Vinegar Hill?

The most reported categories are: homeless (6), Drug Activity (1), Violent Crime (1).

Is Vinegar Hill 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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