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 August 12, 2026

	Flatlands Brooklyn	Canarsie Brooklyn
Safety Grade	B	C
30-Day Incidents	65	35
Violent Crime	9	11
Robbery	1	2
Drug Activity	0	0

Verdict

Canarsie is currently safer with 35 incidents vs 65 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 (35 vs 65 in the last 30 days) and a C safety grade.

Which has more violent crime?

Flatlands: 9 violent incidents. Canarsie: 11. These counts reflect the last 30 days.

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