Brooklyn Neighborhood
Is Williamsburg Brg / 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
$2,133,712
Average Rent
$6,380
Vacancy Rate
6.7%
Overview
Williamsburg Brg / Wythe Ave is a densely populated coastal Brooklyn neighborhood with mostly renter-occupied apartments built mostly since 2000.
The area features a high concentration of small apartments and a vacancy rate of 6.7%, near the national median.
CoastalDense UrbanNewer Housing Stock
Quick Facts
| Vacancy Rate | 6.7% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing is dominated by large apartment complexes with very high renter occupancy.
| Renter Occupied | 89.5% |
|---|---|
| Large Apartment Buildings | 88.5% |
| Small Apartments (1-2 bedrooms) | 86.7% |
| Homes Built 2000 or Later |
What buyers will notice right away
Most housing is renter occupied, limiting owner-occupied options.
Many residences built since 2000, reflecting recent development.
Families & Lifestyle
The neighborhood hosts a wealthy, urbane population with a strong presence of same-sex couples and urban sophisticates.
Urban Sophisticates — Residents tend to have urbane tastes, wealth, and a big city lifestyle.
| Same-Sex Couples | Higher than 97.9% of US neighborhoods |
|---|
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional | 60.0% |
|---|---|
| Sales and Service Occupations | 22.0% |
| Clerical, Assistant, Tech Support | 12.7% |
| Eastern European Ancestry | 11.5% |
| Lebanese Ancestry | 2.2% |
| German/Yiddish Speakers at Home | 20.0% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 18.2% |
Commute
Residents enjoy excellent transit options including ferry, train, and bike commuting.
This neighborhood offers diverse and sustainable commute options with high transit and bike use.
High Transit Ridership — Train and ferry use are among the highest nationally.
Bike Friendly — Bicycle commuting is very common compared to most neighborhoods.
| Train Commute | 32.2% |
|---|---|
| Ferry Commute | 3.0% |
| Bike Commute | 7.1% |
| Walk to Work | 13.7% |
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?
The median home price is $2,133,712.
What is the renter occupancy rate?
89.5% of housing is renter occupied.
How dense is the neighborhood?
Population density is 62,920 persons per square mile, denser than 98.9% of US neighborhoods.