BROWNSVILLE, BROOKLYN - NY
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- Опубліковано 27 жов 2023
- “Brownsville is a residential neighborhood in eastern Brooklyn in New York City. The neighborhood is generally bordered by Crown Heights to the northwest; Bedford-Stuyvesant and Cypress Hills to the north; East New York to the east; Canarsie to the south; and East Flatbush to the west.
The 1.163-square-mile (3.01 km2) area that comprises Brownsville has 58,300 residents as of the 2010 United States Census, with an estimated population of 128,369 residents in 2019. Founded in its current incarnation in 1858, Brownsville was initially a settlement composed of Jewish factory workers. The neighborhood underwent a major demographic change in the 1950s that saw an influx of African-American residents. Since the late 20th century, Brownsville has consistently held one of the highest poverty and crime rates of any neighborhood in New York City.
Brownsville has consistently been considered the murder capital of New York City, with the 73rd Precinct ranking 69th safest out of 69 city precincts for per-capita crime in 2009.
The social problems associated with poverty, from crime to drug addiction, have plagued the area for decades. Despite the decline of crime compared to its peak during the crack and heroin epidemics, violent crime continues to be a serious problem in the community, especially gang-related gun violence.
Empty lots and unused storefronts are common in Brownsville due to high rates of crime, mostly in the area's public housing developments. A reporter for The New York Times observed that some of the area's playgrounds were inadequately maintained with broken lights and unlocked gates, and that shootings were common in these public housing developments. Brownsville was so dangerous that one UPS driver, robbed at gunpoint, needed an armed security guard to accompany him while delivering packages to houses in the neighborhood. In an effort to reduce crime, the NYPD started a stop-and-frisk program in the early 2000s; this was controversial especially in Brownsville, with 93% of residents in one eight-block area reportedly being stopped and frisked (compared to a 7% rate citywide). However, serious crime per resident is decreasing, and from 2000 to 2011, the rate dropped from 45.0 to 35.3 serious crimes per 1,000 residents.”
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Great video!!!
Glad you liked it!
Great video of Brownsville. Maybe next time you can enter into some of the Projects? Tons of PJs there. From top to bottom is Marcus Garvey, Howard, Glenmore Plaza, Seth Low, Brownsville, Van Dyke, Tilden, Woodson, MGV and even Noble Drew.
Thank you! Filming inside the projects in Brownsville, Brooklyn could be a risky endeavor. As an outsider, I would likely stand out and draw attention to myself, which could potentially lead to unwanted encounters or situations. Brownsville has a reputation for being a tough neighborhood with a strong presence of gangs and criminal activity. Venturing into those areas without proper knowledge or guidance could be seen as an intrusion and might not be well-received by the locals. While it could be an exciting and adventurous experience, it's crucial to prioritize safety.
Forgot about Langston Hughes also.
Right on. I hear ya!
Riverdale , Langston Hughes, Newport Garden and the Plaza as well...
This hood looks mad dangerous! I ain’t never
going there, not even on the subway.
During the day it is not so bad. Thousands use the subway everyday without problems. Thank you for watching!
I currently live in California now but grew up in Brownsville. Alot of New Housing Developments I see but some things still remain though. I will be real though California is worse, People smoke meth and shoot drugs in daylight out here, folks not having that shit in Brownsville real talk. It may at times be violent but the Ville not having that. Dope fiends in tents every place and they shit in the streets.