Is Windsor Terrace, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 433 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 1,800 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Windsor Terrace is below the Brooklyn average for crime and trending safer (9.6% fewer incidents year-over-year).
Windsor Terrace is considered exceptionally safe, ranking safer than 93% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 433 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
433
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
69
140 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↓ 9.6%
9.6% fewer incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 112 | 25.9% |
| harrassment 2 | 54 | 12.5% |
| grand larceny | 47 | 10.9% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 36 | 8.3% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 26 | 6.0% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 26 | 6.0% |
| grand larceny of motor vehicle | 20 | 4.6% |
| off. agnst pub ord sensblty & | 19 | 4.4% |
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
896
25.6 per 1,000 residents
High
Rodent Reports
168
4.8 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
172
4.9 per 1,000 residents
Low
Heat/Hot Water
564
16.1 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
77
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
30
39% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
43
56% of total
How Safe Is Windsor Terrace Compared to Other Brooklyn Neighborhoods?
Brooklyn Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Terrace (this page) | 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 | 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 Windsor Terrace.
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 Windsor Terrace 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 Windsor Terrace Safety
Is Windsor Terrace safe?
Windsor Terrace is rated "Exceptionally Safe" — Top 10% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 433 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. Windsor Terrace is considered exceptionally safe, ranking safer than 93% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 433 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Windsor Terrace?
The most common crimes in Windsor Terrace are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (112 incidents, 25.9% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (54 incidents, 12.5% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (47 incidents, 10.9% of total).
Is Windsor Terrace safer than the Brooklyn average?
Windsor Terrace is safer than 93% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 86% fewer incidents than the borough average (433 vs. a borough average of 3,200).
How has crime changed in Windsor Terrace?
Crime in Windsor Terrace has improved by 9.6% year-over-year, dropping from 479 to 433 incidents. The trend is classified as "improving."
What do 311 complaints say about Windsor Terrace?
311 data shows 896 High complaints, 168 Low complaints, and 172 Low complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Windsor Terrace safe at night?
Night safety in Windsor Terrace varies by block. About 41.6% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Windsor Terrace recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Windsor Terrace safe for families?
For families considering Windsor Terrace: the neighborhood recorded 896 noise complaints (high for Brooklyn) and 168 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 93% 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. Windsor Terrace ranks at the 93th percentile with 433 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 Windsor Terrace at night?
Windsor Terrace is classified as "Exceptionally Safe" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 433 total crime incidents — 86% 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 Windsor Terrace dangerous?
By NYPD data, Windsor Terrace is rated "Exceptionally Safe" — safer than 93% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 433 crime incidents over 12 months, improved by 9.6% year-over-year, dropping from 479 to 433 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 Windsor Terrace 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 Windsor Terrace a good place to live?
Windsor Terrace scores in the 93th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Windsor Terrace is considered exceptionally safe, ranking safer than 93% of the borough. Incidents are trending down with 433 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 Windsor Terrace to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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