Carroll Gardens vs Bed-Stuy: Safety Comparison

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

Updated June 28, 2026

Carroll Gardens
Brooklyn
Bed-Stuy
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B F
30-Day Incidents 77 415
Violent Crime 10 11
Robbery 2 2
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Carroll Gardens is currently safer with 77 incidents vs 415 in Bed-Stuy. Safety grades: Carroll Gardens (B) vs Bed-Stuy (F).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Carroll Gardens or Bed-Stuy safer?

Carroll Gardens currently has fewer incidents (77 vs 415 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Carroll Gardens: 10 violent incidents. Bed-Stuy: 11. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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