Is Ditmas Park, Brooklyn Safe? Crime Rate & NYPD Data (2026)
Ditmas Park has a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, or 38 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the safer half of Brooklyn. DwellCheck rates it "Safer Than Average" — top 45% safest in the borough — from 1,633 NYPD complaint records and 1 shooting incident over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are down 5.1% year-over-year. Safety varies block by block, so read this as neighborhood context rather than a verdict on any single street.
Over the same 12 months, 311 logged 5,624 quality-of-life complaints in Ditmas Park. Ditmas Park is considered safer than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Incidents are trending down with 1,633 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
Data covers June 2025 – June 2026 (12 months) · Source: NYPD Complaint, Shooting & Arrest Data and NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated September 14, 2026
What Is the Crime Rate in Ditmas Park?
Ditmas Park recorded 1,633 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (43,016 residents) that is 38 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Of those, 470 were felonies and 115 were violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery or felony assault). Crimes are counted where they were reported, so commercial and nightlife blocks push the rate up in districts with few residents.
Ditmas Park Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
1,633
Past 12 months · 38 per 1,000 residents
Shooting Incidents
1
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
115
Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 5.1%
5.1% fewer incidents
* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 43,016 residents (2020 Census).
Most Common Crimes in Ditmas Park
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 291 | 17.8% |
| harrassment 2 | 290 | 17.8% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 159 | 9.7% |
| sex crimes | 113 | 6.9% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 99 | 6.1% |
| grand larceny | 98 | 6.0% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 86 | 5.3% |
| felony assault | 69 | 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. Rates use the 2020 Census population (43,016 residents). Labels compare each rate with the other NYC neighborhoods we track: Low is the bottom quarter, Moderate the middle half, High the next 15%, and Very High the top 10%.
Noise Complaints
1,962
45.6 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Rodent Reports
321
7.5 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Sanitation Issues
558
13.0 per 1,000 residents
High
Heat/Hot Water
2,783
64.7 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
1,601
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
855
53% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
730
46% of total
How Safe Is Ditmas Park Compared to Other Brooklyn Neighborhoods?
Brooklyn Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Per 1,000 Residents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Borough Park | 1,399 | 14.9 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 100% |
| Windsor Terrace | 384 | 16.3 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 97% |
| Kensington | 1,048 | 25.1 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 94% |
| Dyker Heights | 1,206 | 25.8 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 92% |
| Midwood | 1,489 | 28.2 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 89% |
| Bensonhurst | 3,309 | 31.5 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 86% |
| Gravesend | 4,874 | 33.9 | 6 | Higher Than Average | 83% |
| Prospect Heights | 816 | 34.7 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 81% |
| Sheepshead Bay | 2,435 | 35.2 | 7 | Higher Than Average | 78% |
| Brooklyn Heights | 909 | 36.2 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 75% |
| Bay Ridge | 3,279 | 37.8 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 72% |
| Ditmas Park (this page) | 1,633 | 38 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 69% |
| Marine Park | 1,875 | 39.9 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 67% |
| Clinton Hill | 1,149 | 40.1 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 64% |
| Brighton Beach | 1,400 | 41.7 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 61% |
| Greenpoint | 1,714 | 44 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 58% |
| Bath Beach | 1,598 | 48.3 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 56% |
| Canarsie | 4,361 | 48.5 | 4 | Average | 53% |
| Flatlands | 3,268 | 48.7 | 3 | Average | 50% |
| Park Slope | 2,806 | 48.9 | 2 | Average | 47% |
| Cypress Hills | 2,378 | 55 | 9 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Williamsburg | 3,619 | 56.2 | 2 | Higher Than Average | 42% |
| Prospect Lefferts Gardens | 3,093 | 62.5 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 39% |
| Flatbush | 4,256 | 64 | 7 | Higher Than Average | 36% |
| Carroll Gardens | 3,893 | 65.8 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 33% |
| Sunset Park | 3,719 | 68.3 | 8 | Higher Than Average | 31% |
| Bushwick | 8,494 | 70.3 | 6 | Higher Than Average | 28% |
| East Flatbush | 11,757 | 71.7 | 19 | Higher Than Average | 25% |
| Crown Heights | 9,905 | 72.9 | 22 | Much Higher Than Average | 22% |
| Bed-Stuy | 13,309 | 76.6 | 24 | Much Higher Than Average | 19% |
| Fort Greene | 3,170 | 96.2 | 3 | Much Higher Than Average | 17% |
| East New York | 14,110 | 99.8 | 28 | Much Higher Than Average | 14% |
| Starrett City | 1,749 | 102.7 | 3 | Much Higher Than Average | 11% |
| Coney Island | 5,510 | 111.3 | 9 | High Activity Area | 8% |
| Brownsville | 7,041 | 116.4 | 17 | High Activity Area | 6% |
| Ocean Hill | 4,506 | 118.7 | 10 | High Activity Area | 3% |
| Downtown Brooklyn | 6,502 | 158.7 | 4 | High Activity Area | 0% |
Understanding This Data
All crime statistics on this page come from NYPD Complaint Data, Shooting Incident Data and Arrest Data published on NYC Open Data, refreshed periodically. 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 Ditmas Park.
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 Ditmas Park's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 43,016) only against the other neighborhoods we track in Brooklyn, so it is borough-relative rather than city-wide. Crimes are counted where they were reported, so commercial and nightlife districts with few residents rank high. The borough averages on this page apply the borough's crimes per resident to Ditmas Park's population.
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 Ditmas Park Safety
Is Ditmas Park safe?
Ditmas Park has a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, or 38 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the safer half of Brooklyn. DwellCheck rates it "Safer Than Average" — top 45% safest in the borough — from 1,633 NYPD complaint records and 1 shooting incident over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are down 5.1% year-over-year. Safety varies block by block, so read this as neighborhood context rather than a verdict on any single street.
What is the crime rate in Ditmas Park?
Ditmas Park recorded 1,633 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (43,016 residents) that is 38 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Of those, 470 were felonies and 115 were violent crimes (murder, rape, robbery or felony assault). Crimes are counted where they were reported, so commercial and nightlife blocks push the rate up in districts with few residents.
What are the most common crimes in Ditmas Park?
The most common crimes in Ditmas Park are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (291 incidents, 17.8% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (290 incidents, 17.8% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (159 incidents, 9.7% of total).
Is Ditmas Park safer than the Brooklyn average?
Ditmas Park has a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 37% fewer incidents than the borough average (1,633 vs. a borough average of 2,585 for a neighborhood of the same population, 43,016 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 38 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.
How has crime changed in Ditmas Park?
Crime in Ditmas Park has improved by 5.1% year-over-year, dropping from 1,721 to 1,633 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Ditmas Park?
Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 1,962 noise complaints (moderate per resident), 321 rodent complaints (very high) and 558 sanitation complaints (high). Each label compares the rate per resident (2020 Census) with the other NYC neighborhoods we track. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Ditmas Park safe at night?
Night safety in Ditmas Park varies by block. About 32.8% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Ditmas Park recorded 1 shooting incident in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Ditmas Park safe for families?
For families considering Ditmas Park: the neighborhood recorded 1,962 noise complaints (moderate per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 321 rodent reports. It has a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 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. Ditmas Park has a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, with 1,633 incidents. Compare all Brooklyn neighborhoods in the comparison table above to see each one's crimes per 1,000 residents, shootings, and borough percentile. Crime data is NYPD Complaint Data via NYC Open Data.
Can you walk around Ditmas Park at night?
Ditmas Park is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 1 shooting incident and 1,633 total crime incidents — 37% 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 Ditmas Park dangerous?
By NYPD data, Ditmas Park is rated "Safer Than Average", with a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 1,633 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 5.1% year-over-year, dropping from 1,721 to 1,633 incidents. Block-level risk varies; check our address-level safety score for any specific street or building, which counts NYPD complaints within a 300-meter radius.
What parts of Ditmas Park should I avoid?
NYPD complaint records carry approximate incident coordinates, but a neighborhood total can't tell you which blocks drive it, so we don't publish an "avoid this street" list. For a specific block, use DwellCheck's address-level safety score, which counts NYPD complaint records within a 300m 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 Ditmas Park a good place to live?
Ditmas Park is considered safer than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 69% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Incidents are trending down with 1,633 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 Ditmas Park to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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