Brownsville vs Bed-Stuy: Safety Comparison

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

Updated May 11, 2026

	Brownsville Brooklyn	Bed-Stuy Brooklyn
Safety Grade	F	D
30-Day Incidents	73	118
Violent Crime	6	1
Robbery	2	1
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Brownsville is currently safer with 73 incidents vs 118 in Bed-Stuy. Safety grades: Brownsville (F) vs Bed-Stuy (D).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brownsville or Bed-Stuy safer?

Brownsville currently has fewer incidents (73 vs 118 in the last 30 days) and a F safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Brownsville: 6 violent incidents. Bed-Stuy: 1. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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