Is East New York, Brooklyn Safe? Crime Rate & NYPD Data (2026)
East New York has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, or 99.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the higher-crime half of Brooklyn. DwellCheck rates it "Much Higher Than Average" — significantly above average — from 14,110 NYPD complaint records and 28 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents held roughly steady year-over-year (13,893 vs 14,110). 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 17,967 quality-of-life complaints in East New York. East New York is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Incident levels are stable with 14,110 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 East New York?
East New York recorded 14,110 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (141,381 residents) that is 99.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Of those, 4,493 were felonies and 1,297 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.
East New York Safety Dashboard
Total Crime Incidents
14,110
Past 12 months · 99.8 per 1,000 residents
Shooting Incidents
28
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
1,297
Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 1.6%
No significant change
* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 141,381 residents (2020 Census).
Most Common Crimes in East New York
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 2,408 | 17.1% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 1,601 | 11.3% |
| petit larceny | 1,480 | 10.5% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 964 | 6.8% |
| dangerous drugs | 960 | 6.8% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 891 | 6.3% |
| felony assault | 838 | 5.9% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 703 | 5.0% |
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 (141,381 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
9,441
66.8 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Rodent Reports
268
1.9 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
1,162
8.2 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
7,096
50.2 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
8,981
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
4,044
45% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
4,825
54% of total
How Safe Is East New York 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 | 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 (this page) | 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 East New York.
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 East New York's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 141,381) 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 East New York'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 East New York Safety
Is East New York safe?
East New York has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, or 99.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents. Measured per resident, it sits on the higher-crime half of Brooklyn. DwellCheck rates it "Much Higher Than Average" — significantly above average — from 14,110 NYPD complaint records and 28 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents held roughly steady year-over-year (13,893 vs 14,110). 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 East New York?
East New York recorded 14,110 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (141,381 residents) that is 99.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Of those, 4,493 were felonies and 1,297 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 East New York?
The most common crimes in East New York are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (2,408 incidents, 17.1% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (1,601 incidents, 11.3% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (1,480 incidents, 10.5% of total).
Is East New York safer than the Brooklyn average?
East New York has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 66% more incidents than the borough average (14,110 vs. a borough average of 8,495 for a neighborhood of the same population, 141,381 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 99.8 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.
How has crime changed in East New York?
Crime in East New York has remained stable year-over-year (13,893 vs 14,110 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about East New York?
Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 9,441 noise complaints (moderate per resident), 268 rodent complaints (moderate) and 1,162 sanitation complaints (moderate). 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 East New York safe at night?
Night safety in East New York varies by block. About 33.5% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. East New York recorded 28 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is East New York safe for families?
For families considering East New York: the neighborhood recorded 9,441 noise complaints (moderate per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 268 rodent reports. It has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% 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. East New York has a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, with 14,110 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 East New York at night?
East New York is classified as "Much Higher Than Average" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 28 shooting incidents and 14,110 total crime incidents — 66% 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 East New York dangerous?
By NYPD data, East New York is rated "Much Higher Than Average", with a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 14,110 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (13,893 vs 14,110 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 East New York 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 East New York a good place to live?
East New York is considered much higher than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 14% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Incident levels are stable with 14,110 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 East New York to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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