Brooklyn, NY
Is Wallabout St / Wythe Ave a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1868
Medium1176
Low1320
Other2635
66 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape28
Child involved16
Assault0
Other27
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, emergency crews responded near East Houston Street and Suffolk Street for a medical incident involving a second patient with a burn. Additional EMS units and a spare bus were requested to support the response. | E Houston St & Suffolk St, New York, NY 10002 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported they would stop by a location on Ogden Avenue in Jersey City to check on a possible disorderly person. | Ogden Ave., Jersey City, NJ 07307 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical and domestic-related call occurred near Greene Street involving a person at an apartment. A third-party caller reported texting from the location about a domestic issue without mention of weapons. | Greene St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, units are responding to a report of a person down at the intersection of Grove Street and Mercer Street, with EMS notified. | Mercer St & Grove St, Jersey City, NJ 07302 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency appears to involve a patient near Bergen and Nostrand in Brooklyn. Dispatch requested available CH units for transport. | Nostrand Ave & Bergen St, Brooklyn, NY 11216 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a patient fell on the street near Bergen Street and North 10th Street. Nearby units were requested to provide help. | W 10th St, New York, NY 10014 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to a possible disturbance or noise complaint at the intersection of Second Street and Hudson Street. | Hudson St & 2nd St, Jersey City, NJ 07310 | Disturbance |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a male patient is being transported to Lenox Hill hospital with paramedics from units West Side 46 and 67 on board. | E 77th St, New York, NY 10075 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical emergency is reported in an alley near West 58th Street and 12th Avenue with units 901 and 903 responding. Access is via left then second right turn; the scene faces the building. | W 58th St & 12th Ave, New York, NY 10019 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, multiple units are responding to a potential medical emergency near 2nd Avenue and East 12th Street in New York City. West Side unit 58 has been directed to take the bus to the location. The situation may involve a moisture alert or motion detection. | 2nd Ave & E 12th St, New York, NY 10003 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$1,809,292
Average Rent
$4,084
Vacancy Rate
3%
Overview
Wallabout St / Wythe Ave is a densely urban neighborhood in Brooklyn with a median home price of $1,809,292, placing it above 89% of New York neighborhoods in cost.
The area is highly walkable, with 55.3% of residents walking to work, a rate higher than 99.9% of U.S. neighborhoods, and features a unique mix of small multi-unit buildings and newer residences.
Dense UrbanHigh WalkabilityPredominantly Renter Occupied
Quick Facts
| Walk to Work Rate | 55.3% |
|---|---|
| Married Residents | 75.0% |
Housing market and real estate character
Wallabout St / Wythe Ave's housing stock is dominated by medium to large apartment complexes and small multi-unit buildings, with most residences renter occupied.
| Renter Occupied | Majority |
|---|---|
| Small 2-4 Unit Buildings | 40.0% |
| Residences Built 2000 or Later | Many |
| Vacancy Rate | 3.0% |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is low at 3.0%, indicating above average demand for housing.
Unique dominance of small multi-unit buildings alongside newer apartment complexes.
Families & Lifestyle
This neighborhood has a strong presence of married couples and faces challenges with child poverty.
Family-Oriented — High married couple rate suggests long-term residential stability.
Economic Challenges — Child poverty rate is notably high, indicating social challenges.
| Married Residents | 75.0% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 54.2% |
Demographics
| Adults Without 4-Year Degree | 92.6% |
|---|---|
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 46.6% |
| Hungarian Ancestry | 21.4% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 7.6% |
| German/Yiddish Speakers | 88.9% |
Commute
Residents primarily walk to work, with short commute times and low car usage.
Wallabout St / Wythe Ave offers exceptional walkability and short commutes, uncommon in most U.S. neighborhoods.
Walkability — Over half of residents walk to work, promoting health and reducing transportation costs.
Short Commutes — Nearly half commute under 15 minutes, enhancing daily convenience.
| Walk to Work | 55.3% |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone | 19.4% |
| Carpool | 8.9% |
| Commute Under 15 Minutes | 49.9% |
Homes for sale near 11249
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$379,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,616 sqft
11249 SW Winding Lakes Circle
Port Saint Lucie, FL, 34987
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Wallabout St / Wythe Ave?
The median home price is $1,809,292, higher than nearly 90% of New York neighborhoods.
How walkable is the neighborhood?
55.3% of residents walk to work, a rate higher than 99.9% of U.S. neighborhoods.