Brownsville vs Upper West Side: Safety Comparison

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

Updated November 12, 2026

	Brownsville Brooklyn	Upper West Side Manhattan
Safety Grade	F	B
30-Day Incidents	261	297
Violent Crime	0	0
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Brownsville is currently safer with 261 incidents vs 297 in Upper West Side. Safety grades: Brownsville (F) vs Upper West Side (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brownsville or Upper West Side safer?

Brownsville currently has fewer incidents (261 vs 297 in the last 30 days) and a F safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Brownsville: 0 violent incidents. Upper West Side: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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