Is Sunset Park, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 3,565 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 4 shooting incidents, and 4,506 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Sunset Park is above the Brooklyn average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
Sunset Park is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 3,565 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
3,565
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
4
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
444
1,035 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 0.5%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 441 | 12.4% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 411 | 11.5% |
| harrassment 2 | 349 | 9.8% |
| dangerous drugs | 211 | 5.9% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 198 | 5.6% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 198 | 5.6% |
| felony assault | 183 | 5.1% |
| grand larceny | 177 | 5.0% |
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
2,725
77.9 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
237
6.8 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Sanitation Issues
558
15.9 per 1,000 residents
High
Heat/Hot Water
986
28.2 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
2,763
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
980
35% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
1,624
59% of total
How Safe Is Sunset Park 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 | 3,321 | 6 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Sunset Park (this page) | 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 Sunset 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 Sunset Park 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 Sunset Park Safety
Is Sunset Park safe?
Sunset Park is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 3,565 crime incidents were recorded, including 4 shooting incidents. Sunset Park is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 3,565 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Sunset Park?
The most common crimes in Sunset Park are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (441 incidents, 12.4% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (411 incidents, 11.5% of total); 3. HARRASSMENT 2 (349 incidents, 9.8% of total).
Is Sunset Park safer than the Brooklyn average?
Sunset Park is safer than 44% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 11% more incidents than the borough average (3,565 vs. a borough average of 3,200).
How has crime changed in Sunset Park?
Crime in Sunset Park has remained stable year-over-year (3,547 vs 3,565 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about Sunset Park?
311 data shows 2,725 Very High complaints, 237 Moderate complaints, and 558 High complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Sunset Park safe at night?
Night safety in Sunset Park varies by block. About 37.1% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Sunset Park recorded 4 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Sunset Park safe for families?
For families considering Sunset Park: the neighborhood recorded 2,725 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 237 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. Sunset Park ranks at the 44th percentile with 3,565 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 Sunset Park at night?
Sunset Park is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 4 shooting incidents and 3,565 total crime incidents — 11% 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 Sunset Park dangerous?
By NYPD data, Sunset Park is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 44% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 3,565 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (3,547 vs 3,565 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 Sunset Park 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 Sunset Park a good place to live?
Sunset Park scores in the 44th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Sunset Park is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 44% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 3,565 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 Sunset Park to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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