Brownsville 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 March 27, 2026

	Brownsville Brooklyn	Bushwick Brooklyn
Safety Grade	D	C
30-Day Incidents	3	2
Violent Crime	2	2
Robbery	1	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Bushwick is currently safer with 2 incidents vs 3 in Brownsville. Safety grades: Brownsville (D) vs Bushwick (C).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brownsville or Bushwick safer?

Bushwick currently has fewer incidents (2 vs 3 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Brownsville: 2 violent incidents. Bushwick: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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