Is Clinton Hill, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 1,338 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 3 shooting incidents, and 2,941 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Clinton Hill is below the Brooklyn average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Clinton Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 74% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,338 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
1,338
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
3
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
198
359 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 1.3%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 283 | 21.2% |
| petit larceny | 222 | 16.6% |
| grand larceny | 129 | 9.6% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 105 | 7.8% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 99 | 7.4% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 71 | 5.3% |
| other offenses related to theft | 51 | 3.8% |
| sex crimes | 47 | 3.5% |
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
1,662
47.5 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
352
10.1 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
219
6.3 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
708
20.2 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
417
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
121
29% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
280
67% of total
How Safe Is Clinton Hill 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Clinton Hill.
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 Clinton Hill 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 Clinton Hill Safety
Is Clinton Hill safe?
Clinton Hill is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 1,338 crime incidents were recorded, including 3 shooting incidents. Clinton Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 74% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,338 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Clinton Hill?
The most common crimes in Clinton Hill are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (283 incidents, 21.2% of total); 2. PETIT LARCENY (222 incidents, 16.6% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (129 incidents, 9.6% of total).
Is Clinton Hill safer than the Brooklyn average?
Clinton Hill is safer than 74% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 58% fewer incidents than the borough average (1,338 vs. a borough average of 3,200).
How has crime changed in Clinton Hill?
Crime in Clinton Hill has remained stable year-over-year (1,355 vs 1,338 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Clinton Hill?
311 data shows 1,662 Very High complaints, 352 Moderate complaints, and 219 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Clinton Hill safe at night?
Night safety in Clinton Hill varies by block. About 32.6% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Clinton Hill recorded 3 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Clinton Hill safe for families?
For families considering Clinton Hill: the neighborhood recorded 1,662 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 352 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 74% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, which is above average. 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. Clinton Hill ranks at the 74th percentile with 1,338 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 Clinton Hill at night?
Clinton Hill is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 3 shooting incidents and 1,338 total crime incidents — 58% fewer 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 Clinton Hill dangerous?
By NYPD data, Clinton Hill is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 74% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 1,338 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (1,355 vs 1,338 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 Clinton Hill 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 Clinton Hill a good place to live?
Clinton Hill scores in the 74th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Clinton Hill is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 74% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,338 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 Clinton Hill to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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