Is Tottenville, Staten Island Safe in 2026?
Based on 891 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 0 shooting incidents, and 1,676 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Tottenville is below the Staten Island average for crime with incidents trending upward (10% increase year-over-year).
Tottenville is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 891 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
891
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
0
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
129
222 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 10%
10% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| petit larceny | 231 | 25.9% |
| harrassment 2 | 168 | 18.9% |
| grand larceny | 95 | 10.7% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 68 | 7.6% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 67 | 7.5% |
| sex crimes | 45 | 5.1% |
| off. agnst pub ord sensblty & | 31 | 3.5% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 26 | 2.9% |
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
1,326
37.9 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
17
0.5 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
286
8.2 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
47
1.3 per 1,000 residents
Low
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
624
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
184
29% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
436
70% of total
How Safe Is Tottenville 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 (this page) | 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 | 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 Tottenville.
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 Tottenville 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 Tottenville Safety
Is Tottenville safe?
Tottenville is rated "Safer Than Average" — Top 45% safest in the borough. Over the past 12 months, 891 crime incidents were recorded, including 0 shooting incidents. Tottenville is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 891 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Tottenville?
The most common crimes in Tottenville are: 1. PETIT LARCENY (231 incidents, 25.9% of total); 2. HARRASSMENT 2 (168 incidents, 18.9% of total); 3. GRAND LARCENY (95 incidents, 10.7% of total).
Is Tottenville safer than the Staten Island average?
Tottenville is safer than 63% of Staten Island neighborhoods. It had 26% fewer incidents than the borough average (891 vs. a borough average of 1,200).
How has crime changed in Tottenville?
Crime in Tottenville has worsened by 10% year-over-year, rising from 810 to 891 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Tottenville?
311 data shows 1,326 Very High complaints, 17 Low complaints, and 286 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Tottenville safe at night?
Night safety in Tottenville varies by block. About 15.3% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Tottenville recorded 0 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Tottenville safe for families?
For families considering Tottenville: the neighborhood recorded 1,326 noise complaints (very high for Staten Island) and 17 rodent reports. It ranks safer than 63% of Staten Island 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 Staten Island?
Safety varies across Staten Island neighborhoods. Tottenville ranks at the 63th percentile with 891 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 Tottenville at night?
Tottenville is classified as "Safer Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 0 shooting incidents and 891 total crime incidents — 26% 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 Tottenville dangerous?
By NYPD data, Tottenville is rated "Safer Than Average" — safer than 63% of Staten Island neighborhoods. 891 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 10% year-over-year, rising from 810 to 891 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 Tottenville 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 Tottenville a good place to live?
Tottenville scores in the 63th percentile for safety in Staten Island. Tottenville is considered safer than average, ranking safer than 63% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 891 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 Tottenville to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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