Is Carroll Gardens, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 3,958 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 5 shooting incidents, and 7,607 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Carroll Gardens is above the Brooklyn average for crime with incidents trending upward (5.4% increase year-over-year).
Carroll Gardens is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 38% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,958 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
3,958
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
5
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
491
1,289 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 5.4%
5.4% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 579 | 14.6% |
| harrassment 2 | 556 | 14.0% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 351 | 8.9% |
| dangerous drugs | 307 | 7.8% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 296 | 7.5% |
| grand larceny | 261 | 6.6% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 250 | 6.3% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 164 | 4.1% |
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
5,656
161.6 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
373
10.7 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
768
21.9 per 1,000 residents
High
Heat/Hot Water
810
23.1 per 1,000 residents
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
2,084
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
805
39% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
1,241
60% of total
How Safe Is Carroll Gardens 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Carroll Gardens.
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 Carroll Gardens 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 Carroll Gardens Safety
Is Carroll Gardens safe?
Carroll Gardens is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 3,958 crime incidents were recorded, including 5 shooting incidents. Carroll Gardens is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 38% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,958 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Carroll Gardens?
The most common crimes in Carroll Gardens are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (579 incidents, 14.6% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (556 incidents, 14% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (351 incidents, 8.9% of total).
Is Carroll Gardens safer than the Brooklyn average?
Carroll Gardens is safer than 38% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 24% more incidents than the borough average (3,958 vs. a borough average of 3,200).
How has crime changed in Carroll Gardens?
Crime in Carroll Gardens has worsened by 5.4% year-over-year, rising from 3,754 to 3,958 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Carroll Gardens?
311 data shows 5,656 Very High complaints, 373 Moderate complaints, and 768 High complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Carroll Gardens safe at night?
Night safety in Carroll Gardens varies by block. About 31.7% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Carroll Gardens recorded 5 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Carroll Gardens safe for families?
For families considering Carroll Gardens: the neighborhood recorded 5,656 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 373 rodent reports. It ranks in the 38th 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. Carroll Gardens ranks at the 38th percentile with 3,958 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 Carroll Gardens at night?
Carroll Gardens is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 5 shooting incidents and 3,958 total crime incidents — 24% 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 Carroll Gardens dangerous?
By NYPD data, Carroll Gardens is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 38% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 3,958 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 5.4% year-over-year, rising from 3,754 to 3,958 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 Carroll Gardens 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 Carroll Gardens a good place to live?
Carroll Gardens scores in the 38th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Carroll Gardens is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 38% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,958 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 Carroll Gardens to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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