Is Greenpoint, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 1,925 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 5,402 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Greenpoint is below the Brooklyn average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Greenpoint is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 70% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,925 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
1,925
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
342
631 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 0.4%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 415 | 21.6% |
| harrassment 2 | 371 | 19.3% |
| grand larceny | 209 | 10.9% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 163 | 8.5% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 145 | 7.5% |
| off. agnst pub ord sensblty & | 78 | 4.1% |
| felony assault | 73 | 3.8% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 66 | 3.4% |
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
3,889
111.1 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
265
7.6 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
476
13.6 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
772
22.1 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
887
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
415
47% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
456
51% of total
How Safe Is Greenpoint 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Greenpoint.
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 Greenpoint 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 Greenpoint Safety
Is Greenpoint safe?
Greenpoint is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 1,925 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. Greenpoint is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 70% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,925 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Greenpoint?
The most common crimes in Greenpoint are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (415 incidents, 21.6% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (371 incidents, 19.3% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (209 incidents, 10.9% of total).
Is Greenpoint safer than the Brooklyn average?
Greenpoint is safer than 70% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 40% fewer incidents than the borough average (1,925 vs. a borough average of 3,200).
How has crime changed in Greenpoint?
Crime in Greenpoint has remained stable year-over-year (1,918 vs 1,925 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Greenpoint?
311 data shows 3,889 Very High complaints, 265 Moderate complaints, and 476 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Greenpoint safe at night?
Night safety in Greenpoint varies by block. About 31.2% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Greenpoint recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Greenpoint safe for families?
For families considering Greenpoint: the neighborhood recorded 3,889 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 265 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 70% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, which is above average. 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. Greenpoint ranks at the 70th percentile with 1,925 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 Greenpoint at night?
Greenpoint is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 1,925 total crime incidents — 40% 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 Greenpoint dangerous?
By NYPD data, Greenpoint is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 70% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 1,925 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (1,918 vs 1,925 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 Greenpoint 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 Greenpoint a good place to live?
Greenpoint scores in the 70th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Greenpoint is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 70% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,925 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 Greenpoint to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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