Is St. George, Staten Island Safe in 2026?
Based on 2,864 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 2 shooting incidents, and 2,420 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, St. George is above the Staten Island average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
St. George is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,864 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
2,864
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
2
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
274
678 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 1.6%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 516 | 18.0% |
| petit larceny | 392 | 13.7% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 300 | 10.5% |
| dangerous drugs | 200 | 7.0% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 174 | 6.1% |
| sex crimes | 173 | 6.0% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 150 | 5.2% |
| other offenses related to theft | 144 | 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
1,739
49.7 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
55
1.6 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
172
4.9 per 1,000 residents
Low
Heat/Hot Water
454
13.0 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
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
3,530
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
1,514
43% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
1,998
57% of total
How Safe Is St. George Compared to Other Staten Island Neighborhoods?
Staten Island Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakwood | 468 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 81% |
| Tottenville | 891 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 63% |
| Westerleigh | 914 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 62% |
| Huguenot | 927 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 61% |
| Great Kills | 1,074 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 55% |
| Rosebank | 1,296 | 2 | Average | 46% |
| Travis | 1,327 | 0 | Average | 45% |
| Midland Beach | 1,392 | 0 | Higher Than Average | 42% |
| Grasmere | 1,593 | 0 | Higher Than Average | 34% |
| West Brighton | 1,702 | 1 | Higher Than Average | 29% |
| Port Richmond | 1,965 | 2 | Much Higher Than Average | 18% |
| Mariners Harbor | 2,267 | 1 | High Activity Area | 6% |
| St. George (this page) | 2,864 | 2 | High Activity Area | 0% |
| Tompkinsville | 2,603 | 1 | 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 St. George.
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 St. George only against other NTAs within Staten Island, 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 St. George Safety
Is St. George safe?
St. George is rated "High Activity Area" — Among the highest activity areas. Over the past 12 months, 2,864 crime incidents were recorded, including 2 shooting incidents. St. George is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,864 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in St. George?
The most common crimes in St. George are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (516 incidents, 18% of total); 2. PETIT LARCENY (392 incidents, 13.7% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (300 incidents, 10.5% of total).
Is St. George safer than the Staten Island average?
St. George is safer than 0% of Staten Island neighborhoods. It had 139% more incidents than the borough average (2,864 vs. a borough average of 1,200).
How has crime changed in St. George?
Crime in St. George has remained stable year-over-year (2,911 vs 2,864 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about St. George?
311 data shows 1,739 Very High complaints, 55 Low complaints, and 172 Low complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is St. George safe at night?
Night safety in St. George varies by block. About 27.4% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. St. George recorded 2 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is St. George safe for families?
For families considering St. George: the neighborhood recorded 1,739 noise complaints (very high for Staten Island) and 55 rodent reports. It ranks in the 0th percentile for safety in Staten Island. Family-friendliness also depends on schools, parks, and building quality — use DwellCheck to evaluate a specific address.
What is the safest neighborhood in Staten Island?
Safety varies across Staten Island neighborhoods. St. George ranks at the 0th percentile with 2,864 incidents. Compare all Staten Island 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 St. George at night?
St. George is classified as "High Activity Area" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 2 shooting incidents and 2,864 total crime incidents — 139% 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 St. George dangerous?
By NYPD data, St. George is rated "High Activity Area" — safer than 0% of Staten Island neighborhoods. 2,864 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (2,911 vs 2,864 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 St. George 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 St. George a good place to live?
St. George scores in the 0th percentile for safety in Staten Island. St. George is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 0% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 2,864 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 St. George to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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