Bed-Stuy vs Bushwick: Safety Comparison

Side-by-side safety comparison for two of NYC’s most popular neighborhoods. Which is safer for renters in 2026?

Updated June 27, 2026

Bed-Stuy
Brooklyn
Bushwick
Brooklyn
Safety Grade F D
30-Day Incidents 437 432
Violent Crime 11 13
Robbery 2 2
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Bushwick is currently safer with 432 incidents vs 437 in Bed-Stuy. Safety grades: Bed-Stuy (F) vs Bushwick (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Bed-Stuy or Bushwick safer?

Bushwick currently has fewer incidents (432 vs 437 in the last 30 days) and a D safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Bed-Stuy: 11 violent incidents. Bushwick: 13. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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