Brownsville vs Williamsburg: 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	Williamsburg Brooklyn
Safety Grade	D	B
30-Day Incidents	3	26
Violent Crime	2	1
Robbery	1	0
Drug Activity	0	4

Verdict

Brownsville is currently safer with 3 incidents vs 26 in Williamsburg. Safety grades: Brownsville (D) vs Williamsburg (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Brownsville or Williamsburg safer?

Brownsville currently has fewer incidents (3 vs 26 in the last 30 days) and a D safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Brownsville: 2 violent incidents. Williamsburg: 1. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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