Is Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach, New York Safe? Crime Map & Safety Data
Is Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach Safe? Crime & Safety Data
In the 12 months of data through Jun 30, 2026, 254 crimes were reported near the center of Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach — about 16.7 per 1,000 residents per year, below the citywide rate of 32.8. There are also 3,353 open building violations on record nearby.
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By the numbers · Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach
254
Crimes (12 mo)
-49%vs city rate (16.7 vs 32.8 per 1k)
3,353
Open violations
Crime is compared per resident (rate); counts are totals for the area. Other figures are compared to the average New York neighborhood.
Incident map · Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach
Breakdown · Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach
Most common crimes in Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach
Grand Larceny
39
Harrassment 2
38
Assault 3 & Related Offenses
36
Petit Larceny
26
Criminal Mischief & Related Of
21
Other
94
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Questions about Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach
Frequently asked questions
How much crime is there in Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach?
In the 12 months of data through Jun 30, 2026, 254 crimes were reported near the center of Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach — about 16.7 per 1,000 residents per year, below the citywide rate of 32.8.
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Crimes cover an approximate half-mile area around the center of Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach (the crime and permit datasets aren't tagged by Community District, so we use a consistent radius), in the 12 months of data through Jun 30, 2026. Crime is compared per resident (rate), so a large, busy area can have a high total but an average or below-average rate; violation counts are compared to the typical New York neighborhood. Source: City of New York open data. Open data updates on a delay, so the most recent records may be incomplete. For general information only — not legal, financial, or real-estate advice.
Outline shows the Sheepshead Bay & Gerritsen Beach Community District; figures cover a half-mile around the center. Search an address for block-level detail.
Show all 21 types
Grand Larceny39
Harrassment 238
Assault 3 & Related Offenses36
Petit Larceny26
Criminal Mischief & Related Of21
Vehicle And Traffic Laws16
Felony Assault15
Miscellaneous Penal Law13
Off. Agnst Pub Ord Sensblty &12
Robbery10
Grand Larceny Of Motor Vehicle10
Burglary3
Dangerous Drugs3
Dangerous Weapons2
Offenses Against The Person2
Forgery2
Intoxicated & Impaired Driving2
Unauthorized Use Of A Vehicle1
Theft-Fraud1
Criminal Trespass1
Other Offenses Related To Theft1
Building violation types
§27-2107 Adm Code Owner Failed To File A Valid Registration Statement With The Department As Required By Adm Code §27-2097 And Is Therefore Subject To Civil Penalties, Prohibited From Certifying Violations, And Denied The Right To Recover Possession Of Premises For Nonpayment Of Rent Until A Valid Registration Statement Is Filed.
318
Cycle 1, Sub-Cycle D (Premises Is In Community District 15)
201
(A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs.
199
Dob Safety Violation (Ll6291)
62
Dob Safety Violation (Ftc-Aeu-Haz)
55
Other
2,518
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§27-2107 Adm Code Owner Failed To File A Valid Registration Statement With The Department As Required By Adm Code §27-2097 And Is Therefore Subject To Civil Penalties, Prohibited From Certifying Violations, And Denied The Right To Recover Possession Of Premises For Nonpayment Of Rent Until A Valid Registration Statement Is Filed.318
Cycle 1, Sub-Cycle D (Premises Is In Community District 15)201
(A) § Hmc:File Annual Bedbug Report In Accordance With Hpd Rule As Described On The Back Of This Notice Of Violation Or As Described On HpdS Website, Www.Nyc.Gov\Hpd, Search Bed Bugs.199
Dob Safety Violation (Ll6291)62
Dob Safety Violation (Ftc-Aeu-Haz)55
Dob Safety Violation (Acc1)32
Section27-2107 Adm Code Owner Failed To File A Valid Registration Statement With The Department As Required By Adm Code ?27-2097 And Is Therefore Subject To Civil Penalties, Prohibited From Certifying Violations, And Denied The Right To Recover Possession Of Premises For Nonpayment Of Rent Until A Valid Registration Statement Is Filed.22
Dob Safety Violation (Ftf-En-Earcx)21
Dob Safety Violation (Ftf-En-Bench)20
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 External Low Pressure Inspection17
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction16
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 Periodic Inspection Report16
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 Cat1 Test Report15
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 Cat1 Test Report15
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction15
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2025 Cat1 Test Report14
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction14
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2025 Periodic Inspection Report13
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 External Low Pressure Inspection Report13
Dob Safety Violation (Ftp-En-Egrdea)13
Violation Issued For Failure To File Annual Boiler 2022 Inspection Report13
§ 27-2005 Hmc: Post, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, And Maintain A Notice In A Common Area Of The Building Regarding The Procedures That Should Be Followed When A Gas Leak Is Suspected12
§ 27-2104 Adm Code Post And Maintain A Proper Sign On Wall Of Entrance Story Showing The Registration Number Assigned By The Department And The Address Of The Building. At Public Hall, 1st Story11
Failure To File Benchmarking Report Of Energy Use As Per Ad. Code Sec. 28-309.411
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 Periodic Inspection Report11
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 Periodic Inspection Report11
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 Periodic Inspection Affirmation Of Correction10
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2019 Cat1 Test Report10
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 Cat1 Test Report10
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2020 External Low Pressure Inspection10
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 External Low Pressure Inspection10
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2019 External Low Pressure Inspection10
Violation Issued For Failure To File Annual Boiler 2011 Inspection Report10
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2018 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction9
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 Cat1 Test Report9
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 Cat1 Test Report9
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2024 Periodic Inspection Affirmation Of Correction8
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2023 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction8
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2021 Cat1 Test Affirmation Of Correction8
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2018 Cat1 Test Report8
Failure To File Parking Structures Compliance Report By 12/31/2025 As Required Per 1 Rcny 103-137
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2022 Periodic Inspection Affirmation Of Correction7
Violation Issued For Failure To File Annual Boiler 2017 Inspection Report7
Dob Safety Violation (Evcat1)7
§ 27-2046.1 Hmc: Post A Proper Notice Of Carbon Monoxide Detecting Device Requirements, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, In A Common Area Of A Class A Multiple Dwelling Near Inspection Certificate Or Provide Notice To Tenants In A Private Dwelling.6
§27-2104(B) Hmc Post A Proper Notice Regarding Rent Stabilization Law, In A Form Approved By The Commissioner, In A Conspicuous Location Within The Common Area At The BuildingS Entrance. For More Information About Signage Requirements, Please Visit: Https://Www.Nyc.Gov/Site/Hpd/Services-And-Information/Required-Signage.Page6
Violation Issued-Failure To File 2018 External Low Pressure Inspection6
Violation Issued For Failure To File Annual Boiler 2016 Inspection Report6
Violation Issued For Failure To File Annual Boiler 2010 Inspection Report6
Section 27-2046.1, 2046.2 Hmc: Provide An Approved And Operational Carbon Monoxide Detecting Device, Installed In Accordance With Applicable Law And Rules. In The Entire Apartment Located At Apt 1, 1st Story5