Canarsie vs Flatbush: 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

Canarsie
Brooklyn		 Flatbush
Brooklyn
Safety Grade C D
30-Day Incidents 19 200
Violent Crime 3 2
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Canarsie is currently safer with 19 incidents vs 200 in Flatbush. Safety grades: Canarsie (C) vs Flatbush (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Canarsie or Flatbush safer?

Canarsie currently has fewer incidents (19 vs 200 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Canarsie: 3 violent incidents. Flatbush: 2. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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