Is Bushwick, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 8,439 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 12 shooting incidents, and 24,030 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Bushwick is above the Brooklyn average for crime with incidents trending upward (12% increase year-over-year).
Bushwick is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 34% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 8,439 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
8,439
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
12
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,344
2,737 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 12%
12% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 1,096 | 13.0% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 1,026 | 12.2% |
| harrassment 2 | 1,025 | 12.1% |
| grand larceny | 686 | 8.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 606 | 7.2% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 459 | 5.4% |
| dangerous drugs | 406 | 4.8% |
| felony assault | 390 | 4.6% |
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
18,283
261.2 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
730
10.4 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
1,738
24.8 per 1,000 residents
High
Heat/Hot Water
3,279
46.8 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
4,433
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
1,670
38% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
2,564
58% of total
How Safe Is Bushwick 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 (this page) | 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 Bushwick.
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 Bushwick 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 Bushwick Safety
Is Bushwick safe?
Bushwick is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 8,439 crime incidents were recorded, including 12 shooting incidents. Bushwick is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 34% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 8,439 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Bushwick?
The most common crimes in Bushwick are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (1,096 incidents, 13% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (1,026 incidents, 12.2% of total); 3. HARRASSMENT 2 (1,025 incidents, 12.1% of total).
Is Bushwick safer than the Brooklyn average?
Bushwick is safer than 34% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 32% more incidents than the borough average (8,439 vs. a borough average of 6,400).
How has crime changed in Bushwick?
Crime in Bushwick has worsened by 12% year-over-year, rising from 7,538 to 8,439 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Bushwick?
311 data shows 18,283 Very High complaints, 730 Moderate complaints, and 1,738 High complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Bushwick safe at night?
Night safety in Bushwick varies by block. About 37.7% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Bushwick recorded 12 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Bushwick safe for families?
For families considering Bushwick: the neighborhood recorded 18,283 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 730 rodent reports. It ranks in the 34th 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. Bushwick ranks at the 34th percentile with 8,439 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 Bushwick at night?
Bushwick is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 12 shooting incidents and 8,439 total crime incidents — 32% 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 Bushwick dangerous?
By NYPD data, Bushwick is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 34% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 8,439 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 12% year-over-year, rising from 7,538 to 8,439 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 Bushwick 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 Bushwick a good place to live?
Bushwick scores in the 34th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Bushwick is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 34% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 8,439 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 Bushwick to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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