Is Fort Greene, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 3,321 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 6 shooting incidents, and 3,729 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Fort Greene is above the Brooklyn average for crime with incidents trending upward (15% increase year-over-year).
Fort Greene is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,321 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 26, 2026
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Total Crime Incidents
3,321
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
6
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
484
901 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 15%
15% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 964 | 29.0% |
| harrassment 2 | 529 | 15.9% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 292 | 8.8% |
| grand larceny | 237 | 7.1% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 193 | 5.8% |
| felony assault | 154 | 4.6% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 103 | 3.1% |
| other offenses related to theft | 102 | 3.1% |
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
2,955
84.4 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
182
5.2 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
184
5.3 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
408
11.7 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
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
1,239
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
318
26% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
899
73% of total
How Safe Is Fort Greene 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 (this page) | 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 Fort Greene.
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 Fort Greene 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 Fort Greene Safety
Is Fort Greene safe?
Fort Greene is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 3,321 crime incidents were recorded, including 6 shooting incidents. Fort Greene is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,321 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Fort Greene?
The most common crimes in Fort Greene are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (964 incidents, 29% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (529 incidents, 15.9% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (292 incidents, 8.8% of total).
Is Fort Greene safer than the Brooklyn average?
Fort Greene is safer than 44% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 4% more incidents than the borough average (3,321 vs. a borough average of 3,200).
How has crime changed in Fort Greene?
Crime in Fort Greene has worsened by 15% year-over-year, rising from 2,888 to 3,321 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Fort Greene?
311 data shows 2,955 Very High complaints, 182 Moderate complaints, and 184 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Fort Greene safe at night?
Night safety in Fort Greene varies by block. About 19.8% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Fort Greene recorded 6 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Fort Greene safe for families?
For families considering Fort Greene: the neighborhood recorded 2,955 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 182 rodent reports. It ranks in the 44th 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. Fort Greene ranks at the 44th percentile with 3,321 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 Fort Greene at night?
Fort Greene is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 6 shooting incidents and 3,321 total crime incidents — 4% 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 Fort Greene dangerous?
By NYPD data, Fort Greene is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 44% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 3,321 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 15% year-over-year, rising from 2,888 to 3,321 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 Fort Greene 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 Fort Greene a good place to live?
Fort Greene scores in the 44th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Fort Greene is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 3,321 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 Fort Greene to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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