Is Coney Island, Brooklyn Safe in 2026?
Based on 5,745 NYPD-reported crime incidents, 9 shooting incidents, and 4,377 311 quality-of-life complaints recorded over the past 12 months, Coney Island is above the Brooklyn average for crime with incidents trending upward (29.5% increase year-over-year).
Coney Island is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 10% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 5,745 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
5,745
Past 12 months
Shooting Incidents
9
Past 12 months
Violent Crimes
640
1,491 felonies total
Year-over-Year Trend
↑ 29.5%
29.5% more incidents
Crime Breakdown
Most Common Crime Types
| Type | Count | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| harrassment 2 | 717 | 12.5% |
| petit larceny | 651 | 11.3% |
| assault 3 & related offenses | 627 | 10.9% |
| other offenses related to theft | 542 | 9.4% |
| administrative code | 539 | 9.4% |
| dangerous drugs | 317 | 5.5% |
| felony assault | 288 | 5.0% |
| miscellaneous penal law | 254 | 4.4% |
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
3,242
92.6 per 1,000 residents
Very High
Rodent Reports
88
2.5 per 1,000 residents
Low
Sanitation Issues
263
7.5 per 1,000 residents
Moderate
Heat/Hot Water
784
22.4 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
4,537
Past 12 months
Felony Arrests
1,608
35% of total
Misdemeanor Arrests
2,406
53% of total
How Safe Is Coney Island Compared to Other Brooklyn Neighborhoods?
Brooklyn Neighborhood Safety Comparison
| Neighborhood | Crime Incidents | Shootings | Verdict | Percentile |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windsor Terrace | 433 | 0 | Exceptionally Safe | 93% |
| Prospect Heights | 876 | 2 | Much Safer Than Average | 86% |
| Brooklyn Heights | 989 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 85% |
| Kensington | 1,100 | 0 | Much Safer Than Average | 83% |
| Brighton Beach | 1,272 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 80% |
| Midwood | 1,414 | 1 | Much Safer Than Average | 78% |
| Clinton Hill | 1,338 | 3 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Ditmas Park | 1,648 | 1 | Safer Than Average | 74% |
| Greenpoint | 1,925 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 70% |
| Marine Park | 1,908 | 0 | Safer Than Average | 70% |
| Park Slope | 2,290 | 2 | Safer Than Average | 64% |
| Bay Ridge | 3,295 | 0 | Average | 49% |
| Williamsburg | 3,515 | 1 | Average | 45% |
| Fort Greene | 3,321 | 6 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Sunset Park | 3,565 | 4 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Sheepshead Bay | 2,604 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| East Flatbush | 11,900 | 29 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Prospect Lefferts Gardens | 3,045 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 44% |
| Carroll Gardens | 3,958 | 5 | Higher Than Average | 38% |
| Canarsie | 3,962 | 12 | Higher Than Average | 38% |
| Flatbush | 4,068 | 7 | Higher Than Average | 36% |
| Bushwick | 8,439 | 12 | Higher Than Average | 34% |
| East New York | 13,735 | 27 | Higher Than Average | 28% |
| Crown Heights | 9,739 | 19 | Much Higher Than Average | 24% |
| Coney Island (this page) | 5,745 | 9 | Much Higher Than Average | 10% |
| Downtown Brooklyn | 6,295 | 4 | High Activity Area | 2% |
| Bed-Stuy | 13,299 | 28 | 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 Coney Island.
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 Coney Island only against other NTAs within Brooklyn, 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 Coney Island Safety
Is Coney Island safe?
Coney Island is rated "Much Higher Than Average" — Significantly above average. Over the past 12 months, 5,745 crime incidents were recorded, including 9 shooting incidents. Coney Island is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 10% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 5,745 total incidents recorded over the past 12 months.
What are the most common crimes in Coney Island?
The most common crimes in Coney Island are: 1. HARRASSMENT 2 (717 incidents, 12.5% of total); 2. PETIT LARCENY (651 incidents, 11.3% of total); 3. ASSAULT 3 & RELATED OFFENSES (627 incidents, 10.9% of total).
Is Coney Island safer than the Brooklyn average?
Coney Island is safer than 10% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. It had 80% more incidents than the borough average (5,745 vs. a borough average of 3,200).
How has crime changed in Coney Island?
Crime in Coney Island has worsened by 29.5% year-over-year, rising from 4,438 to 5,745 incidents. The trend is classified as "worsening."
What do 311 complaints say about Coney Island?
311 data shows 3,242 Very High complaints, 88 Low complaints, and 263 Moderate complaints. These quality-of-life indicators provide context beyond crime statistics.
Is Coney Island safe at night?
Night safety in Coney Island varies by block. About 19.4% of crimes occur on streets and sidewalks. Coney Island recorded 9 shooting incidents in the past 12 months. Use DwellCheck to research specific addresses and understand block-by-block conditions.
Is Coney Island safe for families?
For families considering Coney Island: the neighborhood recorded 3,242 noise complaints (very high for Brooklyn) and 88 rodent reports. It ranks in the 10th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Family-friendliness also depends on schools, parks, and building quality — use DwellCheck to evaluate a specific address.
What is the safest neighborhood in Brooklyn?
Safety varies across Brooklyn neighborhoods. Coney Island ranks at the 10th percentile with 5,745 incidents. Compare all Brooklyn 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 Coney Island at night?
Coney Island is classified as "Much Higher Than Average" by NYPD CompStat data. Over the past 12 months it recorded 9 shooting incidents and 5,745 total crime incidents — 80% 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 Coney Island dangerous?
By NYPD data, Coney Island is rated "Much Higher Than Average" — safer than 10% of Brooklyn neighborhoods. 5,745 crime incidents over 12 months, worsened by 29.5% year-over-year, rising from 4,438 to 5,745 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 Coney Island 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 Coney Island a good place to live?
Coney Island scores in the 10th percentile for safety in Brooklyn. Coney Island is considered much higher than average, ranking safer than 10% of the borough. Incidents are trending up with 5,745 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 Coney Island to see all six dimensions side-by-side.
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