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Is Marine Park, Brooklyn Safe? Crime Rate & NYPD Data (2026)

Safer Than AverageLower Crime Rate per Resident than 67% of Brooklyn

Marine Park has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, or 39.9 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 1,875 NYPD complaint records and 0 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are down 5.8% 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 1,965 quality-of-life complaints in Marine Park. Marine Park is considered safer than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Incidents are trending down with 1,875 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

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What Is the Crime Rate in Marine Park?

Marine Park recorded 1,875 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (46,955 residents) that is 39.9 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Of those, 536 were felonies and 68 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.

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Total Crime Incidents

1,875

Past 12 months · 39.9 per 1,000 residents

This neighborhood
1,875
Borough rate*
2,821

Shooting Incidents

0

Past 12 months

This neighborhood
0
Borough rate*
4

Violent Crimes

68

Murder, rape, robbery, felony assault

This neighborhood
68
Borough rate*
221

Year-over-Year Trend

↓ 5.8%

5.8% fewer incidents

12 mo to Jun 30, 20261,875
12 mo to Jun 30, 20251,991

* Borough rate: the borough's count per resident across the neighborhoods we track, applied to this neighborhood's 46,955 residents (2020 Census).

Most Common Crimes in Marine Park

Most Common Crime Types

TypeCount% of Total
petit larceny632
33.7%
harrassment 2300
16.0%
grand larceny216
11.5%
assault 3 & related offenses124
6.6%
criminal mischief & related of121
6.5%
vehicle and traffic laws79
4.2%
off. agnst pub ord sensblty &58
3.1%
grand larceny of motor vehicle54
2.9%

Severity Distribution

Felonies
536 (28.6%)
Misdemeanors
1,036 (55.3%)
Violations
303 (16.2%)

Where Crimes Occur

residence-house495 (26.4%)
street457 (24.4%)
chain store361 (19.3%)
department store157 (8.4%)
residence - apt. house111 (5.9%)
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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 (46,955 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

1,380

29.4 per 1,000 residents

Low

Rodent Reports

89

1.9 per 1,000 residents

Moderate

Sanitation Issues

307

6.5 per 1,000 residents

Moderate

Heat/Hot Water

189

4.0 per 1,000 residents

Low

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

598

Past 12 months

Felony Arrests

142

24% of total

Misdemeanor Arrests

456

76% of total

Felonies (24%)Misdemeanors (76%)

How Safe Is Marine Park Compared to Other Brooklyn Neighborhoods?

Brooklyn Neighborhood Safety Comparison

NeighborhoodCrime IncidentsPer 1,000 ResidentsShootingsVerdictPercentile
Borough Park1,39914.91Much Safer Than Average100%
Windsor Terrace38416.30Exceptionally Safe97%
Kensington1,04825.10Exceptionally Safe94%
Dyker Heights1,20625.80Exceptionally Safe92%
Midwood1,48928.21Much Safer Than Average89%
Bensonhurst3,30931.51Much Safer Than Average86%
Gravesend4,87433.96Higher Than Average83%
Prospect Heights81634.71Much Safer Than Average81%
Sheepshead Bay2,43535.27Higher Than Average78%
Brooklyn Heights90936.20Much Safer Than Average75%
Bay Ridge3,27937.80Safer Than Average72%
Ditmas Park1,633381Safer Than Average69%
Marine Park (this page)1,87539.90Safer Than Average67%
Clinton Hill1,14940.11Safer Than Average64%
Brighton Beach1,40041.70Safer Than Average61%
Greenpoint1,714440Safer Than Average58%
Bath Beach1,59848.30Safer Than Average56%
Canarsie4,36148.54Average53%
Flatlands3,26848.73Average50%
Park Slope2,80648.92Average47%
Cypress Hills2,378559Higher Than Average44%
Williamsburg3,61956.22Higher Than Average42%
Prospect Lefferts Gardens3,09362.55Higher Than Average39%
Flatbush4,256647Higher Than Average36%
Carroll Gardens3,89365.85Higher Than Average33%
Sunset Park3,71968.38Higher Than Average31%
Bushwick8,49470.36Higher Than Average28%
East Flatbush11,75771.719Higher Than Average25%
Crown Heights9,90572.922Much Higher Than Average22%
Bed-Stuy13,30976.624Much Higher Than Average19%
Fort Greene3,17096.23Much Higher Than Average17%
East New York14,11099.828Much Higher Than Average14%
Starrett City1,749102.73Much Higher Than Average11%
Coney Island5,510111.39High Activity Area8%
Brownsville7,041116.417High Activity Area6%
Ocean Hill4,506118.710High Activity Area3%
Downtown Brooklyn6,502158.74High Activity Area0%
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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 Marine 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 Marine Park's reported crimes per resident (its NTAs' 2020 Census population, 46,955) 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 Marine 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 Marine Park Safety

Is Marine Park safe?

Marine Park has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, or 39.9 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 1,875 NYPD complaint records and 0 shooting incidents over the 12 months ending June 2026, and incidents are down 5.8% 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 Marine Park?

Marine Park recorded 1,875 NYPD crime complaints over the 12 months ending June 2026. Against the 2020 Census population of its Neighborhood Tabulation Areas (46,955 residents) that is 39.9 reported crimes per 1,000 residents, which is a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Of those, 536 were felonies and 68 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 Marine Park?

The most common crimes in Marine Park are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (632 incidents, 33.7% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (300 incidents, 16% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (216 incidents, 11.5% of total).

Is Marine Park safer than the Brooklyn average?

Marine Park has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 34% fewer incidents than the borough average (1,875 vs. a borough average of 2,821 for a neighborhood of the same population, 46,955 residents in the 2020 Census). That is 39.9 reported crimes per 1,000 residents.

How has crime changed in Marine Park?

Crime in Marine Park has improved by 5.8% year-over-year, dropping from 1,991 to 1,875 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."

What do 311 complaints say about Marine Park?

Over the past 12 months, 311 recorded 1,380 noise complaints (low per resident), 89 rodent complaints (moderate) and 307 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 Marine Park safe at night?

Night safety in Marine Park varies by block. About 24.4% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Marine Park recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.

Is Marine Park safe for families?

For families considering Marine Park: the neighborhood recorded 1,380 noise complaints (low per resident among the NYC neighborhoods we track) and 89 rodent reports. It has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% 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. Marine Park has a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods, with 1,875 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 Marine Park at night?

Marine Park is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD complaint data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 1,875 total crime incidents — 34% 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 Marine Park dangerous?

By NYPD data, Marine Park is rated "Safer Than Average", with a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 1,875 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 5.8% year-over-year, dropping from 1,991 to 1,875 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 Marine 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 Marine Park a good place to live?

Marine Park is considered safer than average, with a lower crime rate per resident than 67% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. Incidents are trending down with 1,875 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 Marine Park to see all six dimensions side-by-side.

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Crime data: NYPD Complaint Data via NYC Open Data · 311 data: NYC Open Data · Data generated September 2026

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