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 May 11, 2026

	Brownsville Brooklyn	Canarsie Brooklyn
Safety Grade	F	C
30-Day Incidents	73	19
Violent Crime	6	3
Robbery	2	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Canarsie is currently safer with 19 incidents vs 73 in Brownsville. Safety grades: Brownsville (F) vs Canarsie (C).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brownsville or Canarsie safer?

Canarsie currently has fewer incidents (19 vs 73 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Brownsville: 6 violent incidents. Canarsie: 3. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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