Brownsville vs Canarsie: Safety Comparison

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

Updated September 27, 2026

Brownsville
Brooklyn		 Canarsie
Brooklyn
Safety Grade F C
30-Day Incidents 270 44
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Canarsie is currently safer with 44 incidents vs 270 in Brownsville. Safety grades: Brownsville (F) vs Canarsie (C).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brownsville or Canarsie safer?

Canarsie currently has fewer incidents (44 vs 270 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Brownsville: 0 violent incidents. Canarsie: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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