Flatbush vs Prospect Heights: 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

	Flatbush Brooklyn	Prospect Heights Brooklyn
Safety Grade	D	B
30-Day Incidents	200	72
Violent Crime	2	0
Robbery	0	0
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Prospect Heights is currently safer with 72 incidents vs 200 in Flatbush. Safety grades: Flatbush (D) vs Prospect Heights (B).

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flatbush or Prospect Heights safer?

Prospect Heights currently has fewer incidents (72 vs 200 in the last 30 days) and a B safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Flatbush: 2 violent incidents. Prospect Heights: 0. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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