Brooklyn Neighborhood
Is Coney Island Northwest a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Brooklyn, NY - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe172
Medium56
Low175
Other786
92 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape30
Child involved22
Assault2
Other40
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units respond to a disabled occupied bus on the upper eastbound level of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, with about 13 passengers reported and no injuries while they wait for a rescue bus. | Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, Verrazzano-Narrows Brg, Staten Island, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, possible partial airway obstruction involving an infant reported near 15th Avenue and 44th Street at/near a pharmacy, with medical units responding. | 15th Ave & 44th St, Brooklyn, NY 11219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a medical call at a pharmacy near 15th Avenue. | 15th Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible medical emergency involving a semi-responsive patient near Ocean Avenue between nearby cross streets. | Ocean Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11229 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of possible debris on the upper level westbound roadway of the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge. | Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge, Verrazzano-Narrows Brg, Staten Island, NY | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical incident occurred near 15th Avenue and 47th Street requiring medic backup. Borough Park unit acknowledged the call. | 15th Ave & 47th St, Brooklyn, NY 11219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible cardiac medical emergency near 15th Avenue and 47th Street, with units B37 and B46 assigned. | 15th Ave & 47th St, Brooklyn, NY 11219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medics were dispatched to a medical emergency near (number withheld) Parksville Road in Parksville. Units responded to assist at the scene. | 49th St, Brooklyn, NY 11219 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a medical emergency involving a reportedly unresponsive person on the street near Emmons Avenue and Bragg Street in Brooklyn. Multiple medical units, including a basic life support unit, were assigned and redirected to the scene. | Emmons Ave & Bragg St, Brooklyn, NY 11235 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical units responded to a person not feeling well at Union and Burnett Street near Marine Park. | Burnett St, Brooklyn, NY | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$789,314
Train Commute
35.2%
Vacancy Rate
7.4%
Overview
Coney Island Northwest is a densely urban Brooklyn neighborhood with a median home price of $789,314, ranking above half of NYC neighborhoods.
Nearly half the homes are rowhouses or attached homes, a rare feature found in only 1.3% of U.S. neighborhoods.
RowhousesHigh Population DensityTransit-OrientedDiverse Languages
Quick Facts
| Average Rent | $2,235 |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 7.4% |
Housing market and real estate character
Housing consists mainly of medium to small apartment complexes and townhomes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Vacancy Rate | 7.4 |
|---|---|
| Rowhouses or Attached Homes | 46.5% |
| Housing Type | Medium to small apartment complexes and townhomes |
| Owner Occupied | Mixed owner and renter occupied |
What buyers will notice right away
Nearly half the homes are rowhouses, a rare and charming housing style.
Vacancy rate near national median suggests balanced supply and demand.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood supports a diverse community with strong transit use and walkability.
Transit and Walkability — High rates of train and bus commuting with many walking to work.
| Walk to Work | 10.4% |
|---|
Demographics
| Clerical, Assistant, Tech Support Occupations | 30.5% |
|---|---|
| Sales and Service Occupations | 26.2% |
| Childhood Poverty Rate | 48.7% |
| Income Level | Low income |
| Asian Ancestry | 34.4% |
| Arab Ancestry | 4.0% |
| Chinese Language Speakers | 30.6% |
| Foreign Born | 47.1% |
Commute
Residents rely heavily on trains, buses, and walking, with longer average commute times.
Coney Island Northwest ranks highly for train and bus commuting and walkability.
High Transit Use — Over 56% use train or bus, reducing car dependence.
Walk to Work — 10.4% walk to work, higher than most U.S. neighborhoods.
| Train Commute | 35.2% |
|---|---|
| Bus Commute | 20.8% |
| Drive Alone | 19.0% |
| Longest Commute Range | 45 minutes to 1 hour |
Homes for sale near 11224
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Frequently Asked Questions
What housing styles are common in Coney Island Northwest?
Rowhouses and attached homes make up nearly half the housing stock.
How do most residents commute?
Train and bus commuting are common, with 35.2% and 20.8% respectively.