Is Greenpoint Safe? Brooklyn Livability, Crime & Rent
Greenpoint scores 5.8 composite—a neighborhood defined by its trees and walkability, offset by noise, rising crime, and dispersed parks.
Is Greenpoint Safe?
Greenpoint, Brooklyn scores 5.8/10 for overall livability, ranking #11 of 18 Brooklyn neighborhoods. Greenpoint scores 5.8 composite—a neighborhood defined by its trees and walkability, offset by noise, rising crime, and dispersed parks.
This score aggregates live NYPD crime data, 311 safety complaints, shooting incidents, and building health signals within walking distance. Safety varies by block — check a specific Greenpoint address below for a block-level breakdown.
Score Overview
Vertical line = borough median. Scale: 0-10.
Neighborhood Character
Greenpoint is a densely built neighborhood where you'll navigate tree-lined blocks—averaging 46 trees within 200 meters, with a canopy density of 9.5/10—that soften the industrial waterfront character. The building stock is predominantly mid-rise (53%) and walk-ups (44%), creating a human-scaled streetscape punctuated by Polish delis, indie shops, and a strong waterfront presence. You'll rely on the G train (Greenpoint Ave, Nassau Ave stations) and the S shuttle (Park Pl), which connect you to the rest of Brooklyn and Manhattan, though commute times run slightly longer than the borough median. Parks like McGolrick Park and Brower Park exist, but they're spaced farther apart than typical—averaging 2,000+ meters away—so green space, while leafy overhead, isn't as concentrated at ground level.
Analysis based on 1197 properties scored across 30+ data points
Livability & Restoration
Tree Canopy
46 trees
Avg within 200m | Density: 9.5/10
10 additional trees per block correlates with health benefits equivalent to being 7 years younger (Kardan et al., 2015)
Park Access
Msgr. McGolrick Park
Avg 2029m away | Score: 0.8/10
Living within 300m of green space associated with 30% fewer antidepressant prescriptions (Taylor et al., 2015)
Acoustic Quality
10/10
Noise proxy score (higher = quieter)
Chronic noise above 55 dB at night associated with 8% cardiovascular mortality increase (Basner et al., 2014)
Street Character
0/10
Enclosure: 0/10
Transit & Commute
Subway Stations
Commute Score
5.5/10
Borough median: 6.5/10
Walk Score Proxy
0/10
Based on street geometry analysis
Financial Landscape
Median Price
$0
Price per Sq Ft
$0
Price Distribution
Price by Building Type
Investment Indicators
Avg Unused FAR
0 sqft
Development rights potential
Unused development rights valued at $30-$80/sqft in Brooklyn (Glaeser, 2011)
Avg Days on Market
0
Market velocity signal
Multi-Family Stock
0%
2-4 family buildings
Multi-family owner-occupants build 2.4x wealth vs single-family (Herbert, 2013)
Outdoor & Green Space
Avg Tree Count
46
Within 200m radius
Canopy Density
9.5/10
Normalized canopy coverage
Park Network
- Msgr. McGolrick Park
- St. John's Park
- Brower Park
- Newtown Barge Playground
- Box Street Park
Avg distance: 2029m
Practical Living
Building Types
Who Greenpoint Is For
Tree-focused residents
Canopy density of 9.5/10 and 46 average trees per 200m block make this one of Brooklyn's leafiest neighborhoods, ideal if street greenery is a priority
Transit-dependent commuters
Three subway access points (G and S lines) and a Practical score of 9/10 mean solid walkability and transit infrastructure, despite commute times slightly above borough average
Industrial/artsy aesthetics seekers
Polish heritage, waterfront location, and indie retail culture appeal to those drawn to neighborhood character, though ART/Livability scores (4.8) sit slightly below borough median
Pros & Cons
Strengths
Exceptional tree canopy
9.5/10 canopy density and 46 average trees within 200m—highest-rated aspect of the neighborhood
Strong walkability and street infrastructure
Practical score of 9/10 (well above borough median of 5.5), driven by dense mid-rise and walk-up building mix (97% of stock)
Multiple transit options
Three subway stations (Greenpoint Ave G, Nassau Ave G, Park Pl S) provide flexibility for getting around
Trade-offs
Worsening crime trend
Crime increased 218.6% over 12 months; while current safety percentile (48%) is mid-range, the trajectory is rising
Very high noise complaints
12,700 noise complaints recorded—significantly above borough norms, indicating ongoing street and operational noise
Limited proximate park access
Five parks tracked, but average distance is 2,029 meters; you won't find parks clustered nearby like in other neighborhoods
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Search an Address in GreenpointFrequently Asked Questions about Greenpoint
1Is Greenpoint safe?
Greenpoint safety varies by block. DwellCheck provides detailed safety data including NYPD crime statistics, arrest data, and 311 complaints. Check the Greenpoint safety page for full details.
2What is the average rent in Greenpoint?
Rents in Greenpoint, Brooklyn vary significantly by building and apartment type. The median listing price is $0. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses.
3How is transit access in Greenpoint?
Greenpoint has a commute score of 5.5/10. 3 subway stations serve the area: Park Pl, Greenpoint Av, Nassau Av.
4What are the best streets in Greenpoint?
The best streets depend on your priorities. Use DwellCheck to compare specific addresses across livability, safety, transit, and environmental factors.
5What is the average DwellScore in Greenpoint?
The median composite score is 5.8 (interquartile range 5.4–6.2). Strength lies in Practical (9.0), pulled down by Outdoor (1.6) and ART/Livability (4.8). Financial, Investment, and Commute scores all sit at or below borough medians.
6How safe is Greenpoint?
Safety percentile is 48% (mid-range for Brooklyn). However, total crimes in the past 12 months numbered 6,634, and the crime trend worsened by 218.6% year-over-year—a rising concern. Rodent complaints are moderate (875); noise complaints are very high (12,700).
7What is the building stock like?
DwellCheck tracks 1,197 buildings. The mix is 53% mid-rise, 44% walk-ups, and 3% high-rise. This creates a relatively dense, pedestrian-friendly streetscape without extreme verticality.
8What are the nearest parks?
You'll find Msgr. McGolrick Park, St. John's Park, Brower Park, Newtown Barge Playground, and Box Street Park within the neighborhood, but they average 2,029 meters (about 1.3 miles) away, making them less immediately accessible than in park-dense Brooklyn areas.