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Is Tompkinsville, Staten Island Safe in 2026?

High Activity AreaSafer than 18% of Staten Island

Based on 1,975 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 131 shooting incidents, and 1,812 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Tompkinsville is above the Staten Island average for crime with incidents trending upward (202.9% increase year-over-year).

Tompkinsville is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 18% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 1,975 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.

Data covers April 2025April 2026 (12 months) · Source: NYPD CompStat & NYC 311 via NYC Open Data · Updated April 5, 2026

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Total Crime Incidents

1,975

Past 12 months

This neighborhood
1,975
Borough avg
1,200

Shooting Incidents

131

24 fatal

This neighborhood
131
Borough avg
0

Violent Crimes

147

459 felonies total

This neighborhood
147
Borough avg
180

Year-over-Year Trend

↑ 202.9%

202.9% more incidents

This year1,975
Last year652

Crime Breakdown

Most Common Crime Types

TypeCount% of Total
harrassment 2298
15.1%
vehicle and traffic laws256
13.0%
dangerous drugs253
12.8%
assault 3 & related offenses220
11.1%
other offenses related to theft151
7.6%
petit larceny113
5.7%
criminal mischief & related of111
5.6%
offenses against public admini93
4.7%

Severity Distribution

Felonies
459 (23.2%)
Misdemeanors
1,215 (61.5%)
Violations
301 (15.2%)

Where Crimes Occur

street857 (43.4%)
residence-house276 (14.0%)
residence - apt. house230 (11.6%)
residence - public housing194 (9.8%)
bus (nyc transit)83 (4.2%)

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

1,479

42.3 per 1,000 residents

Very High

Rodent Reports

61

1.7 per 1,000 residents

Low

Sanitation Issues

0

0.0 per 1,000 residents

Low

Heat/Hot Water

272

7.8 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

1,333

Past 12 months

Felony Arrests

353

26% of total

Misdemeanor Arrests

971

73% of total

Felonies (26%)Misdemeanors (73%)Other (1%)

How Safe Is Tompkinsville Compared to Other Staten Island Neighborhoods?

Staten Island Neighborhood Safety Comparison

NeighborhoodCrime IncidentsShootingsVerdictPercentile
Tottenville6724Average72%
Great Kills8235Higher Than Average66%
Snug Harbor1,23026High Activity Area49%
West Brighton1,21363High Activity Area49%
Tompkinsville (this page)1,975131High Activity Area18%
St. George2,158164High Activity Area10%

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 Tompkinsville.

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 Tompkinsville 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 Tompkinsville Safety

Is Tompkinsville safe?

Tompkinsville is rated "High Activity Area" — Among the highest activity areas. Over the past 12 months, 1,975 crime incidents were recorded, including 131 shooting incidents. Tompkinsville is considered a high-activity area, ranking safer than 18% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 1,975 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.

What are the most common crimes in Tompkinsville?

The most common crimes in Tompkinsville are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (298 incidents, 15.1% of total); 2. VEHICLE AND TRAFFIC LAWS (256 incidents, 13% of total); 3. DANGEROUS DRUGS (253 incidents, 12.8% of total).

Is Tompkinsville safer than the Staten Island average?

Tompkinsville is safer than 18% of Staten Island neighborhoods. It had 65% more incidents than the borough average (1,975 vs. a borough average of 1,200).

How has crime changed in Tompkinsville?

Crime in Tompkinsville has worsened by 202.9% year-over-year, rising from 652 to 1,975 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."

What do 311 complaints say about Tompkinsville?

311 data shows 1,479 Very High complaints, 61 Low complaints, and 0 Low complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.

Is Tompkinsville safe at night?

Night safety in Tompkinsville varies by block. About 43.4% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Tompkinsville recorded 131 shooting incidents (24 fatal) in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.

Is Tompkinsville safe for families?

For families considering Tompkinsville: the neighborhood recorded 1,479 noise complaints (very high for Staten Island) and 61 rodent reports. It ranks in the 18th 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. Tompkinsville ranks at the 18th percentile with 1,975 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.

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Crime data: NYPD CompStat via NYC Open Data · 311 data: NYC Open Data · Data generated April 2026

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