East Flatbush 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 June 27, 2026

East Flatbush
Brooklyn
Flatbush
Brooklyn
Safety Grade C D
30-Day Incidents 164 674
Violent Crime 14 16
Robbery 0 1
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

East Flatbush is currently safer with 164 incidents vs 674 in Flatbush. Safety grades: East Flatbush (C) vs Flatbush (D).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Flatbush or Flatbush safer?

East Flatbush currently has fewer incidents (164 vs 674 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

East Flatbush: 14 violent incidents. Flatbush: 16. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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