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Is Brooklyn, NY safe?

It depends on the neighborhood. Of the 53 Brooklyn neighborhoods we score (average 74/100), 40 are comfortable to walk around with normal awareness and 13 call for more care, especially after dark. Green means comfortable on foot; red means we would not walk it casually.

What makes up this score?

City average

74

Go, stay aware

Neighborhoods scored

53

40 comfortable to walk

Score mix

  • Go: 25
  • Go, stay aware: 15
  • Caution: 12
  • No-go after dark: 1

Top 10 safest neighborhoods in Brooklyn

  1. 1Brooklyn Heights (Brooklyn)BrooklynBrooklyn Heights is a tranquil, historic neighborhood characterized by 19th-century brownstones, tree-lined cobblestone alleys, and sweeping views of…92Go
  2. 2Park SlopeBrooklynPark Slope is an affluent, historic Brooklyn enclave renowned for its preserved 19th-century brownstones, leafy tree-lined streets, and thriving…91Go
  3. 3Windsor Terrace-South SlopeBrooklynTucked between Green-Wood Cemetery and the southwestern edge of Prospect Park, this area offers a relaxed, community-oriented atmosphere distinct…90Go
  4. 4GreenpointBrooklynSituated along the East River, Greenpoint combines historic Polish-American heritage with modern waterfront developments and vibrant boutique-lined…88Go
  5. 5Marine Park-Mill Basin-Bergen BeachBrooklynMarine Park, Mill Basin, and Bergen Beach offer a tranquil, suburban feel defined by single-family brick homes, waterfront marinas, and expansive…88Go
  6. 6Dyker HeightsBrooklynDyker Heights is an affluent, leafy residential enclave in southwestern Brooklyn characterized by stately single-family homes, manicured lawns, and…87Go
  7. 7Borough ParkBrooklynBorough Park is a dense, culturally distinct neighborhood in southwestern Brooklyn home to one of the largest Orthodox Jewish communities in the…85Go
  8. 8Sheepshead Bay-Manhattan Beach-Gerritsen BeachBrooklynThis southern Brooklyn district pairs the bustling piers and immigrant culinary hubs of Sheepshead Bay with the quiet, affluent oceanfront enclave of…85Go
  9. 9Carroll Gardens-Cobble Hill-Gowanus-Red HookBrooklynThis diverse south Brooklyn area spans the affluent, tree-lined brownstones of Cobble Hill and Carroll Gardens to the evolving arts and brewery…84Go
  10. 10Prospect HeightsBrooklynProspect Heights balances a relaxed historic residential neighborhood feel with world-class cultural institutions like the Brooklyn Museum and Grand…84Go

Use more caution: 10 lowest-scoring areas

  1. 1Brownsville (Brooklyn)Brooklyn42No-go after dark
  2. 2East New York (North)Brooklyn46Caution
  3. 3East New York-New LotsBrooklyn48Caution
  4. 4East New York-City LineBrooklyn54Caution
  5. 5Ocean HillBrooklyn58Caution
  6. 6Coney Island-Sea GateBrooklyn60Caution
  7. 7Cypress HillsBrooklyn60Caution
  8. 8Bedford-Stuyvesant (East)Brooklyn62Caution
  9. 9East Flatbush-ErasmusBrooklyn63Caution
  10. 10FlatbushBrooklyn63Caution

Best things to do in Brooklyn

Getting around Brooklyn

Transit

  • Exceptional MTA access via the Clark St (2, 3), Borough Hall (2, 3, 4, 5), and Court St (N, R, W) stations located within a 5-minute walk, alongside major bus routes including the B25, B61, and B63.
  • Operated by MTA New York City Transit, the area has dense subway access via the F and G lines at 7th Ave/9th St, the B and Q at 7th Ave, and the R along 4th Ave, supported by key bus routes like the B63 and B67.
  • Operated by MTA New York City Transit, the neighborhood is served by the F and G subway lines at the 15th St-Prospect Park and Fort Hamilton Parkway stations, alongside the B61, B67, and B68 bus routes.

Biking & trails

  • Citi Bike docking stations are prevalent on nearly every corner, with seamless access to the Brooklyn Waterfront Greenway and the Brooklyn Bridge bike path.
  • Citi Bike stations are densely situated throughout the neighborhood, offering seamless connections to the Prospect Park West protected bike lane and the Prospect Park Loop.

Parking

  • Street parking is notoriously difficult due to tight brownstone streets and strict street cleaning regulations; paid parking garages are available on Clinton, Henry, and Pierrepont Streets for $30-$50 per day.
  • Street parking is notoriously difficult due to dense residential demand and alternate-side parking regulations, while local parking garages are sparse and typically cost $30 to $50 per day.

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Brooklyn safety questions

What is the safest neighborhood in Brooklyn?

Brooklyn Heights (Brooklyn) scores highest at 92/100, followed by Park Slope (91) and Windsor Terrace-South Slope (90).

Is Brooklyn safe to walk at night?

In the 25 green-rated areas, generally yes with normal awareness. In the 13 orange or red areas, stick to busy, lit streets or take a ride after dark.

Which Brooklyn areas should visitors be careful in?

Our lowest-scoring areas are Brownsville (Brooklyn) (42), East New York (North) (46), East New York-New Lots (48). Visit in daylight and stay on the main streets.

How does VibeLoco score Brooklyn neighborhoods?

Each score blends recent reported crime and local news with Census data on income, poverty and housing, refreshed nightly. Walk and bike scores are shown separately.