Is Park Slope, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 2,290 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 2 shooting incidents, and 5,589 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Park Slope is below the Brooklyn average for crime and trending safer (13.4% fewer incidents year-over-year).
Park Slope is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 64% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,290 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
2,290
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
2
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
318
603 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 13.4%
13.4% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 389 | 17.0% |
| harrassment 2 | 272 | 11.9% |
| other offenses related to theft | 232 | 10.1% |
| grand larceny | 196 | 8.6% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 165 | 7.2% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 149 | 6.5% |
| administrative code | 134 | 5.9% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 102 | 4.5% |
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
3,132
89.5 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
374
10.7 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
521
14.9 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
1,562
44.6 per 1,000 residents
Very 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
1,038
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
419
40% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
535
52% of total
How Safe Is Park Slope 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 (this page) | 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 Park Slope.
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 Park Slope 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 Park Slope Safety
Is Park Slope safe?
Park Slope is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 2,290 crime incidents were recorded, including 2 shooting incidents. Park Slope is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 64% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,290 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Park Slope?
The most common crimes in Park Slope are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (389 incidents, 17% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (272 incidents, 11.9% of total); 3. OTHER OFFENSES RELATED TO THEFT (232 incidents, 10.1% of total).
Is Park Slope safer than the Brooklyn average?
Park Slope is safer than 64% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 28% fewer incidents than the borough average (2,290 vs. a borough average of 3,200).
How has crime changed in Park Slope?
Crime in Park Slope has improved by 13.4% year-over-year, dropping from 2,644 to 2,290 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Park Slope?
311 data shows 3,132 Very High complaints, 374 Moderate complaints, and 521 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Park Slope safe at night?
Night safety in Park Slope varies by block. About 25.9% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Park Slope recorded 2 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Park Slope safe for families?
For families considering Park Slope: the neighborhood recorded 3,132 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 374 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 64% 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. Park Slope ranks at the 64th percentile with 2,290 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 Park Slope at night?
Park Slope is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 2 shooting incidents and 2,290 total crime incidents — 28% 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 Park Slope dangerous?
By NYPD data, Park Slope is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 64% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 2,290 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 13.4% year-over-year, dropping from 2,644 to 2,290 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 Park Slope 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 Park Slope a good place to live?
Park Slope scores in the 64th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Park Slope is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 64% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 2,290 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 Park Slope to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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