Is Bed-Stuy, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 13,299 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 28 shooting incidents, and 26,039 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Bed-Stuy is above the Brooklyn average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Bed-Stuy is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 13,299 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 18, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
13,299
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
28
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,677
3,848 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 0.5%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 2,052 | 15.4% |
| petit larceny | 1,938 | 14.6% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 1,267 | 9.5% |
| other offenses related to theft | 1,196 | 9.0% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 853 | 6.4% |
| grand larceny | 698 | 5.2% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 685 | 5.2% |
| felony assault | 653 | 4.9% |
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
16,254
232.2 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
1,444
20.6 per 1,000 residents
High
Sanitation Issues
2,239
32.0 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Heat/Hot Water
6,102
87.2 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
7,354
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
2,795
38% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
4,433
60% of total
How Safe Is Bed-Stuy 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 | 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 (this page) | 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 Bed-Stuy.
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 Bed-Stuy 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 Bed-Stuy Safety
Is Bed-Stuy safe?
Bed-Stuy is rated "High Activity Area" — Among the highest activity areas. Over the past 12 months, 13,299 crime incidents were recorded, including 28 shooting incidents. Bed-Stuy is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 13,299 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Bed-Stuy?
The most common crimes in Bed-Stuy are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (2,052 incidents, 15.4% of total); 2. PETIT LARCENY (1,938 incidents, 14.6% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (1,267 incidents, 9.5% of total).
Is Bed-Stuy safer than the Brooklyn average?
Bed-Stuy is safer than 0% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 108% more incidents than the borough average (13,299 vs. a borough average of 6,400).
How has crime changed in Bed-Stuy?
Crime in Bed-Stuy has remained stable year-over-year (13,229 vs 13,299 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Bed-Stuy?
311 data shows 16,254 Very High complaints, 1,444 High complaints, and 2,239 Very High complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Bed-Stuy safe at night?
Night safety in Bed-Stuy varies by block. About 27.7% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Bed-Stuy recorded 28 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Bed-Stuy safe for families?
For families considering Bed-Stuy: the neighborhood recorded 16,254 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 1,444 rodent reports. It ranks in the 0th 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. Bed-Stuy ranks at the 0th percentile with 13,299 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 Bed-Stuy at night?
Bed-Stuy is classified as "High Activity Area" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 28 shooting incidents and 13,299 total crime incidents — 108% more 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 Bed-Stuy dangerous?
By NYPD data, Bed-Stuy is rated "High Activity Area" — safer than 0% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 13,299 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (13,229 vs 13,299 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 Bed-Stuy 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 Bed-Stuy a good place to live?
Bed-Stuy scores in the 0th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Bed-Stuy is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 13,299 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 Bed-Stuy to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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