Chinatown 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 September 26, 2026

Chinatown
Manhattan
Bed-Stuy
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B D
30-Day Incidents 148 529
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 1 0

Verdict

Chinatown is currently safer with 148 incidents vs 529 in Bed-Stuy. Safety grades: Chinatown (B) vs Bed-Stuy (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chinatown or Bed-Stuy safer?

Chinatown currently has fewer incidents (148 vs 529 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Chinatown: 0 violent incidents. Bed-Stuy: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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