Flatlands vs Canarsie: 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

Flatlands
Brooklyn		 Canarsie
Brooklyn
Safety Grade B C
30-Day Incidents 45 19
Violent Crime 5 3
Robbery 2 0
Drug Activity 0 0

Verdict

Canarsie is currently safer with 19 incidents vs 45 in Flatlands. Safety grades: Flatlands (B) vs Canarsie (C).

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Flatlands or Canarsie safer?

Canarsie currently has fewer incidents (19 vs 45 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Flatlands: 5 violent incidents. Canarsie: 3. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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