East Williamsburg vs Greenpoint: Safety Comparison

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

Updated November 12, 2026

East Williamsburg
Brooklyn
Greenpoint
Brooklyn
Safety Grade A A
30-Day Incidents 78 68
Violent Crime 0 0
Robbery 0 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Greenpoint is currently safer with 68 incidents vs 78 in East Williamsburg. Safety grades: East Williamsburg (A) vs Greenpoint (A).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is East Williamsburg or Greenpoint safer?

Greenpoint currently has fewer incidents (68 vs 78 in the last 30 days) and a A safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

East Williamsburg: 0 violent incidents. Greenpoint: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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