Is West Brighton, Staten Island Safe in 2026?
Based on 1,702 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 1 shooting incident, and 2,289 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, West Brighton is above the Staten Island average for crime with stable incident levels year-over-year.
West Brighton is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 29% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,702 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
1,702
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
1
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
184
515 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↔ 3.8%
No significant change
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 355 | 20.9% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 182 | 10.7% |
| petit larceny | 175 | 10.3% |
| vehicle and traffic laws | 164 | 9.6% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 145 | 8.5% |
| criminal mischief & related of | 137 | 8.0% |
| grand larceny | 92 | 5.4% |
| off. agnst pub ord sensblty & | 80 | 4.7% |
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
1,293
36.9 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
127
3.6 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
225
6.4 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
644
18.4 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
552
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
206
37% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
344
62% of total
How Safe Is West Brighton 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 (this page) | 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 West Brighton.
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 West Brighton 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 West Brighton Safety
Is West Brighton safe?
West Brighton is rated "Higher Than Average" — Above-average incident activity. Over the past 12 months, 1,702 crime incidents were recorded, including 1 shooting incident. West Brighton is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 29% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,702 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in West Brighton?
The most common crimes in West Brighton are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (355 incidents, 20.9% of total); 2. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (182 incidents, 10.7% of total); 3. PETIT LARCENY (175 incidents, 10.3% of total).
Is West Brighton safer than the Staten Island average?
West Brighton is safer than 29% of Staten Island neighborhoods. It had 42% more incidents than the borough average (1,702 vs. a borough average of 1,200).
How has crime changed in West Brighton?
Crime in West Brighton has remained stable year-over-year (1,769 vs 1,702 incidents). The trend is classified as "stable."
What do 311 complaints say about West Brighton?
311 data shows 1,293 Very High complaints, 127 Low complaints, and 225 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is West Brighton safe at night?
Night safety in West Brighton varies by block. About 31.9% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. West Brighton recorded 1 shooting incident in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is West Brighton safe for families?
For families considering West Brighton: the neighborhood recorded 1,293 noise complaints (very high for Staten Island) and 127 rodent reports. It ranks in the 29th 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. West Brighton ranks at the 29th percentile with 1,702 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 West Brighton at night?
West Brighton is classified as "Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 1 shooting incident and 1,702 total crime incidents — 42% 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 West Brighton dangerous?
By NYPD data, West Brighton is rated "Higher Than Average" — safer than 29% of Staten Island neighborhoods. 1,702 crime incidents over 12 months, remained stable year-over-year (1,769 vs 1,702 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 West Brighton 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 West Brighton a good place to live?
West Brighton scores in the 29th percentile for safety in Staten Island. West Brighton is considered higher than average, ranking safer than 29% of the borough. Incident levels are stable with 1,702 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 West Brighton to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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