Is Crown Heights, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 9,739 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 19 shooting incidents, and 24,733 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Crown Heights is above the Brooklyn average for crime with incidents trending upward (10.3% increase year-over-year).
Crown Heights is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 24% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 9,739 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
9,739
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
19
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,527
2,994 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 10.3%
10.3% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 1,698 | 17.4% |
| petit larceny | 1,312 | 13.5% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 998 | 10.2% |
| felony assault | 689 | 7.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 553 | 5.7% |
| grand larceny | 551 | 5.7% |
| administrative code | 412 | 4.2% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 410 | 4.2% |
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
12,854
183.6 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
994
14.2 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
1,377
19.7 per 1,000 residents
High
Heat/Hot Water
9,508
135.8 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
5,277
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
2,162
41% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
2,739
52% of total
How Safe Is Crown Heights 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 (this page) | 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 Crown Heights.
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 Crown Heights 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 Crown Heights Safety
Is Crown Heights safe?
Crown Heights is rated "Much Higher Than Average" — Significantly above average. Over the past 12 months, 9,739 crime incidents were recorded, including 19 shooting incidents. Crown Heights is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 24% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 9,739 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Crown Heights?
The most common crimes in Crown Heights are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (1,698 incidents, 17.4% of total); 2. PETIT LARCENY (1,312 incidents, 13.5% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (998 incidents, 10.2% of total).
Is Crown Heights safer than the Brooklyn average?
Crown Heights is safer than 24% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 52% more incidents than the borough average (9,739 vs. a borough average of 6,400).
How has crime changed in Crown Heights?
Crime in Crown Heights has worsened by 10.3% year-over-year, rising from 8,831 to 9,739 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Crown Heights?
311 data shows 12,854 Very High complaints, 994 Moderate complaints, and 1,377 High complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Crown Heights safe at night?
Night safety in Crown Heights varies by block. About 24.7% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Crown Heights recorded 19 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Crown Heights safe for families?
For families considering Crown Heights: the neighborhood recorded 12,854 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 994 rodent reports. It ranks in the 24th 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. Crown Heights ranks at the 24th percentile with 9,739 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 Crown Heights at night?
Crown Heights is classified as "Much Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 19 shooting incidents and 9,739 total crime incidents — 52% 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 Crown Heights dangerous?
By NYPD data, Crown Heights is rated "Much Higher Than Average" — safer than 24% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 9,739 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 10.3% year-over-year, rising from 8,831 to 9,739 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 Crown Heights 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 Crown Heights a good place to live?
Crown Heights scores in the 24th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Crown Heights is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 24% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 9,739 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 Crown Heights to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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